Basic X-Ray Machine operator Questions and Correct Answers

Which of the following would be considered a characteristic of x-rays? 1. have no mass 2. are electrically neutral l in straight lines Ans: 1,2,3 The oldest and largest radiologic science professional organization is the: Ans: American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) The organization that sets standards and prepares examinations necessary to certify radiologic technologists and limited operators is the: Ans: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) The radiation that exits the opposite side of the patient to expose the image receptor (IR) is called: Ans: Remnat radiation The term used to describe radiation that is absorbed by matter is: Ans: Attenuation The "unseen" image that is contained in the image receptor (IR) before it is processed is called the: Ans: Latent image The radiation that exits the body in all directions and causes unwanted exposure on the image receptor (IR) as well as anyone who is in the room is called __________ radiation. Ans: Scattered The radiation that exits the x-ray tube and travels in-air to the patient is called: Ans: Primary The boxlike device attached under the tube housing that allows the limited operator to vary the size of the radiation field is called the: Ans: Collimato