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1
Q

what should you say before performing all your x rays?

A

patient is naked and gowned and proper shielding is used

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2
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where should the patients head be when using the table?

A

towards the wall bucky

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3
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What should you check off your list before taking an x-ray?

A

prepare the region
measure the part being x-rayed
set machine console according to measurement
make sure proper film size and orientation are being used
set central ray so it’s lined up with the film
tray is locked and pushed in

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4
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what side does the mitchell marker go on for a RPO of c-spine?

A

in front of the patient’s spine w/ the right mitchell marker

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5
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The mitchell marker should always be the side that is closest to the film for______

A

laterals

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6
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what views will use filtration?

A

AP full spine and Lumbar views

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7
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All views except_______&________ will have the patient breath by having them expire and hold.

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Chest/T-sp and lateral cervical

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