Assessment Flashcards
- ID patient
Check patient ID 3 point check
- Exposure
Set exposure of image &set up film holder
- Patient prep
Remove jewlry/glasses/fixed applience
- Position patient
Put patient in correct position make sure head is back
6.expose
Expose patient
- View image
Wipe black bag, open and insert with copper dot facing operator.
- Asess image
Check it has covered the area of interest.
What film soie would you ise for bitewings age 3-9
0
What film size would you use for bitewings age 9-13
1 if large could ise 2
What size film do you use for adult bitewings?
2
What classifies as posterior/anterior PA region?
5-5 posterior
6-8 anterior
What film would you use for an anterior PA?
0
What film would you use for posterior PA
2
Where does the orientation dot go?
Dot to slot and copper dot faces away.
What is the order of things i will do in the exam
Check previous events Justify exposure Check ID Explain procedure and gain consent Check what pt is doing after
Select holder and film Adjust chair For me and PT Position xray tube Watch pt while exposing Process image Orientate image correctly Asess image Identify anatomy