and CORRECT Answers
X-rays - CORRECT ANSWER - High energy electromagnetic radiation used in medical
imaging.
Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen - CORRECT ANSWER - The discoverer of X-rays on
November 8, 1895.
X-ray modalities - CORRECT ANSWER - Different techniques for imaging including
general radiography, fluoroscopy, CT, mammography, and bone densitometry.
General radiography - CORRECT ANSWER - Basic X-ray images.
Fluoroscopy - CORRECT ANSWER - Real-time moving X-ray images.
CT (Computed Tomography) - CORRECT ANSWER - Cross-sectional imaging using X-
rays and computer processing.
Mammography - CORRECT ANSWER - Breast imaging using X-ray technology.
Bone densitometry (DEXA) - CORRECT ANSWER - Measures bone mineral density.
Cognitive learning - CORRECT ANSWER - Knowledge and understanding.
Psychomotor learning - CORRECT ANSWER - Physical tasks and skills.
Affective learning - CORRECT ANSWER - Attitude and communication.
, Phases of a clinical setting - CORRECT ANSWER - Observation, Assistance,
Performance.
Radiologist - CORRECT ANSWER - A medical doctor specializing in diagnosing and
treating diseases using medical imaging.
Certification - CORRECT ANSWER - Recognition by a professional body after passing
an exam.
Accreditation - CORRECT ANSWER - Approval of educational programs.
Licensure - CORRECT ANSWER - State-issued legal permission to practice.
Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT(R)) - CORRECT ANSWER - Your title after
being licensed as a radiographer.
Problem-solving process - CORRECT ANSWER - Identify the problem, Analyze the
situation, Develop a solution, Implement and evaluate the solution.
Ultrasound - CORRECT ANSWER - Imaging technique using high-frequency sound
waves to view internal organs in real time.
Radiation therapy - CORRECT ANSWER - Treats diseases using targeted radiation.
Nuclear medicine - CORRECT ANSWER - Uses radioactive tracers to diagnose and
sometimes treat disease.
Qualities of critical thinkers - CORRECT ANSWER - Analytical, Inquisitive, Creative,
Logical, Open-minded, Reflective.