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OLOGISTS 13TH EDITION BY BUSHONG AND SHIELD
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S |ALL CHAPTERS | QUESTIONS & 100% VERIFIED ANS
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WERS AND RATIONALES | GRADED A+
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,CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC SCIENCE 1 a 1a 1 a 1a 1 a
1. Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of diagnostic r
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adiography?
A. To treat diseases using ionizing radiation
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B. To produceimages of internal structures for diagnosis
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C. To monitor patient vital signs
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D. To sterilize medical equipment
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Answer: B 1a
Rationale: Diagnostic radiography’s main purpose is to produce images of internal b
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ody structures, allowing physicians to detect and diagnose abnormalities. Options A,
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C, and D are unrelated to diagnostic imaging.
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2. What is the primary source ofionizing radiation in medical imaging?
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A. MRI scanner 1a
B. X-ray tube 1a
C. Ultrasound transducer 1a
D. PET scanner 1a
Answer: B 1a
Rationale:The X- 1a 1a
ray tube generates ionizing radiation used in diagnostic radiography. MRI and ult
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rasound use non- 1a 1a
ionizing energy, while PET uses radioactive tracers rather than producing radiatio
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n in a tube.
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3. How does the ALARA principle guide radiologic practice?
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A. Maximizing image quality regardless of dose 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
B. Minimizing radiation exposure while achieving diagnostic quality 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
C. Limiting patient interaction to reduce infection 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
D. Increasing exposure time for better penetration 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
Answer: B 1a
Rationale: ALARA (“As Low As Reasonably Achievable”) ensures patient and st
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aff receive the minimum radiation dosenecessary for diagnostic-quality images.
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,4. A radiologic technologistis preparing to image a patient with a suspected f
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racture. Which safety measure is most important?
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A. Using the fastest imaging speed 1a 1a 1a 1a
B. Ensuring properpatient shielding and positioning 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
C. Increasing exposure to reduce repeat images 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
D. Allowing the patient to move during imaging 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
Answer: B 1a
Rationale:Propershielding and positioning minimize unnecessary exposure and pro
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tect radiosensitive tissues. Options A, C, and D can increase radiation risk or degrad
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e image quality.
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5. Scenario:A 45-year- 1a 1a
old patient expresses concern about radiation exposure. How should the technol
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ogist respond? 1a
A. Ignore their concerns;radiation is safe 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
B. Explain that doseis minimized and benefits outweigh risks
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C. Refuse to perform the exam 1a 1a 1a 1a
D. Increase exposure to ensure better images 1a 1a 1a 1a 1a
Answer: B 1a
Rationale:Patients should be informed about the low doseand the diagnostic benef
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its, reducing anxiety and promoting informed consent.
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6. Which professional organization establishes standards for radiologic t
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echnologists?
A. WHO
B. ASRT
C. FDA
D. CDC
Answer: B 1a
Rationale: The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) sets educatio
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nal and professional standards. FDA regulates equipment, CDC focuses on infection co
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ntrol, WHO on global health.
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, 7. Which imaging modality does not use ionizing radiation?
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A. CT scan1a
B. MRI
C. X-ray
D. Fluoroscopy
Answer: B 1a
Rationale:MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves, which are non-
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ionizing. CT, X-ray, and fluoroscopyall use ionizing radiation.
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8. What is the most radiosensitive tissue in the human body?
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A. Muscle
B. Skin
C. Bone marrow 1a
D. Cartilage
Answer: C 1a
Rationale:Bone marrow contains rapidly dividing cells, making it highly sensitive to
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ionizing radiation. Muscle, skin, and cartilage are less sensitive.
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9. Which factor primarily affects the quality of an X-ray image?
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A. Patient diet 1a
B. Tube voltage and current
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C. Room temperature 1a
D. Technologist height 1a
Answer: B 1a
Rationale:Tube voltage (kVp) and current (mA) controlX-
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ray energy and photon quantity, directly affecting image quality.
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10. How often should radiologic equipment be tested for quality assurance?
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A. Daily
B. Monthly
C. Annually
D. Only when malfunction occurs
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