LMRT State Review questions with correct answers

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the link between radiation dose and genetic effects? 1. The link has been demonstrated in human studies. 2. The link has been demonstrated in animal studies. 3. increased risk to humans cannot be predicted with respect to an individual. CORRECT ANSWER 2 and 3 only Which of the following changes in kilovoltage (KVP) will result in the greatest reduction of patient dose, when milliamperage-seconds (mAs) is adjusted to compensate for the dosage? A.) Decrease kVp by 30% B.) Decrease kVp by 15% C.) Increase kVp by 15% D.) Increase kVp by 30% CORRECT ANSWER Increase kVp by 30% Which of the following image receptor (IR) system speeds will result in the lowest patient dose? A.) slower speed IR system B.) Faster speed IR system C.) It does not matter; the IR system spe