CORRECT ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECTLY WELL DEFINED ANSWERS
LATEST ALREADY GRADED A+ 2025 – 2026
Personal dosimeters should be worn - ANSWERS-In the
region of the colar on the anterior surface of body and
should be outside the lead apron
Two radiographs that have the most dose to the fetus? -
ANSWERS-Lumbar spine and pelvis
Radiation in excess of ___ to the uterus is cause for concern
- ANSWERS-150 mGy-
When is the risk to the fetus greatest? - ANSWERS-First
three months of first trimester
Grid - ANSWERS-Device that absorbs most of the scatter
radiation coming off pt, preventing it from reaching IR.
Increases pt exposure.
, Floating tabletop - ANSWERS-Allows the top of X-ray table
to move independently, which makes it easier to align body
part
Bucky - ANSWERS-Grid and pull out tray to hold the IR plate
and center it to Central ray
Stationary grid - ANSWERS-Grid that does not move during
exposure
When to use a grid? - ANSWERS-10-12 cm or more in
thickness or when kVp greater than 60
Upright cassette holder *UPRIGHT BUCKY* - ANSWERS-Hold
IR in upright position. Mounted on wall and able to be
adjusted for height at 40 or 72 SID
Control console *panel* - ANSWERS-Where the limited
operator sets exposure factors and Initiates the exposure
Transformer cabinet - ANSWERS-Used to produce high
voltage required for X-ray production