XRAY Flashcards
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Produces images as radiation beams are either absorbed or passed through a body structure
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XRAY
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Structures with high density or high atomic mass absorb more radiation beams giving a bright white contrast image
3
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XRAY
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Frequent exposure can cause deformities; pregnant women can’t get X-rays as the radiation can cause deformities to the foetus
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XRAY
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Safety precautions are placed to protect patients and staff
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Good for detecting bone fractures, certain tumours and abnormal mass and any other imaging that includes bone
