NOMAD PRO DENTAL X-RAY
Which measure(s) must be undertaken to ensure optimal operator backscatter protection? -
Answer- All of the above
You have just received an Aribex NOMAD Pro in the rugged carrying case. Which of the following
is NOT considered a preliminary check? - Answer- Determine if both handsets are fully charged
If the unit is powered on, then set down and not touched, it will power itself off after - Answer- 3
mins
The Aribex NOMAD Pro allows the operator to customize settings according to individual
preferences - Answer- True
For added security, when finished for the day, remove the handset and secure it in a separate
area from main unit - Answer- True
The best way to routinely clean the Aribex NOMAD Pro is to - Answer- Follow manufacturers
suggestions or local infection control protocols
"SYSTEM FAILURE" is displayed on the screen. What is the appropriate user-level corrective
action in this situation? - Answer- The unit detected a potential internal problem during the power
up self-test. Turn the unit off, and then back on. If there is no issue detected, continue w/ normal
usage
While preparing the patient for an X-ray, you determine that it will not be possible to place the
backscatter shield and collimator tube 90 degrees to the image receptor. This may place you
outside the protection zone. What safety measure should you take? - Answer- Use of a lead
apron, in accordance w/ local radiation safety protocols, is recommended
True or False. Handset charging time should be less than 3 hrs. the handset may not be left on the
charging cradle overnight as this will damage the battery - Answer- False
During setup of the patient, you note that the collimator tube is not perpendicular, or 90 degrees,
from the Dexis. What is the BEST solution? - Answer- Adjust the angle of the patiens head to
achieve the 90 degree angle
What is the BEST way to prevent battery strength loss for the NOMAD? - Answer- ROTATE the
handsets daily
The act of taking the X-ray is a two step process, requiring the handset trigger to be squeezed
twice. what is the purpose of the first trigger squeeze? - Answer- To place the unit in "ready" mode
You are in a deployed environment, and, for some reason, you have been left w/o electricity to
charge the handsets for an extended period of time. You are wondering how many exposures you
can get from a fully charged handset. How many exposures will a fully charged handset provide? -
Answer- 400
Which measure(s) must be undertaken to ensure optimal operator backscatter protection? -
Answer- All of the above
You have just received an Aribex NOMAD Pro in the rugged carrying case. Which of the following
is NOT considered a preliminary check? - Answer- Determine if both handsets are fully charged
If the unit is powered on, then set down and not touched, it will power itself off after - Answer- 3
mins
The Aribex NOMAD Pro allows the operator to customize settings according to individual
preferences - Answer- True
For added security, when finished for the day, remove the handset and secure it in a separate
area from main unit - Answer- True
The best way to routinely clean the Aribex NOMAD Pro is to - Answer- Follow manufacturers
suggestions or local infection control protocols
"SYSTEM FAILURE" is displayed on the screen. What is the appropriate user-level corrective
action in this situation? - Answer- The unit detected a potential internal problem during the power
up self-test. Turn the unit off, and then back on. If there is no issue detected, continue w/ normal
usage
While preparing the patient for an X-ray, you determine that it will not be possible to place the
backscatter shield and collimator tube 90 degrees to the image receptor. This may place you
outside the protection zone. What safety measure should you take? - Answer- Use of a lead
apron, in accordance w/ local radiation safety protocols, is recommended
True or False. Handset charging time should be less than 3 hrs. the handset may not be left on the
charging cradle overnight as this will damage the battery - Answer- False
During setup of the patient, you note that the collimator tube is not perpendicular, or 90 degrees,
from the Dexis. What is the BEST solution? - Answer- Adjust the angle of the patiens head to
achieve the 90 degree angle
What is the BEST way to prevent battery strength loss for the NOMAD? - Answer- ROTATE the
handsets daily
The act of taking the X-ray is a two step process, requiring the handset trigger to be squeezed
twice. what is the purpose of the first trigger squeeze? - Answer- To place the unit in "ready" mode
You are in a deployed environment, and, for some reason, you have been left w/o electricity to
charge the handsets for an extended period of time. You are wondering how many exposures you
can get from a fully charged handset. How many exposures will a fully charged handset provide? -
Answer- 400
