Xray Filtration Flashcards
1
Q
process of removing low energy xray that only contributes to patient dose
A
filtration
2
Q
device placed on the xray tube head to absorb the low energy
A
filter
3
Q
a thin sheet of aluminum
A
filter
4
Q
major effect of filtration is
A
lower the patient dose
5
Q
total amount of filtration
A
total filtration
6
Q
machine with 50 and below kVp
A
0.5 mm Al
7
Q
machine with 50-70 kVp
A
1.5 mm Al
8
Q
machine with 70 and above kVp
A
2.5 mm Al
