Radiation Safety Exam Study Guide Questions and Answers

Radiation Safety Exam Study Guide Questions and Answers Dental radiographs are NOT used for - Correct Answer detection of soft tissue trauma Which radiation produces diagnostically useful radiographs? - Correct Answer primary If the tubehead drifts, which component of the x-ray machine needs attention? - Correct Answer extension arm Which term describes light or white areas on the radiograph? - Correct Answer Radiopaque X-ray wavelengths with the greatest energy and usefulness are - Correct Answer shorter Which component of the x-ray machine functions in positioning the tubehead? - Correct Answer Extension arm Which is the heart of the x-ray generating system? - Correct Answer the x-ray tube Which structure appears radioplaque on dental x-ray film? - Correct Answer metal restorations Radiographic density is controlled by the - Correct Answer miliamperes (mA) setting Damage from ionizing x-radiation to genetic cells - Correct Answer can affect future generations Which tissue has the highest radiation sensitivity? - Correct Answer Small lymphocytes A lead apron and a thyroid collar - Correct Answer must be used on all patients but are optional for adults Which controls the penetrating power of the x-ray beam? - Correct Answer Kilovoltag