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The portion of the x-ray room that is protected from scatter radiation and is safe during exposures is called the: - Control booth A line in the center of the x-ray beam and perpendicular to the long axis of the x-ray tube is called the: - Central ray Tissues with greater mass, such as bone, will absorb _____ radiation, as compared with less dense tissues, such as fat. - More The absorption of x-rays by matter is called: - Attenuation Which of the following statements regarding scatter ra...

Nov. 8, 1895 by Wilhelm Roentgen at University of Wurzburg, Germany - When, who, and where xrays were discovered American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) - Founded in Chicago in 1920 continuing education, professional journal, guidance for radiographic educators, and publishes a CODE OF ETHICS American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - establish standards and examinations to certify RTs published Rules of Ethics Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Tec...

Nov. 8, 1895 by Wilhelm Roentgen at University of Wurzburg, Germany - When, who, and where xrays were discovered American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) - Founded in Chicago in 1920 continuing education, professional journal, guidance for radiographic educators, and publishes a CODE OF ETHICS American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - establish standards and examinations to certify RTs published Rules of Ethics Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Tec...

The iliac crest is located at the level of which vertebra? a. L1 b. L2 c. L4 d. L5 - c. L4 All of the following are located in the abdominal cavity EXCEPT the a. Costophrenic angle b. Kidneys c. Hepatic flexure d. Ureters - a. Costophrenic angle 4. The kidneys lie in what relation to the large colon? a. Lateral b. Medial c. Posterior d. Anterior - c. Posterior 5. The inferior level of the urinary bladder corresponds to which of the following bony landmarks? a. Crest b. ASIS c. ...

Main property of x-radiation that makes it potentially hazardous is its ability to? - Ionize Describe the damage potential of ionization? - Chain reaction in the human body that may eventually cause biologic damage. X-rays are from the Electric Magnetic Spectrum or radiation energy and is considered harmful in high energy ranges. What is the most likely potential hazard working with diagnostic radiology? - Carcinogenesis - Stochastic/Non-Threshold Effect .1 Rem = ? Seivert - 1 Sievert 0.1...

The nurse is providing teaching to the client recently diagnosed with osteoarthritis. Which statement by the nurse is correct? A) "Osteoarthritis is most commonly seen in thin, small-built female clients." B) "Osteoarthritis is a result of joint inflammation." C) "Osteoarthritis occurs due to erosion of cartilage in the joints." D) "Osteoarthritis is a metabolic bone disease." - C The nurse is caring for a client with osteoarthritis. Which factor in the client's ...

The results of a client's biopsy indicates neoplasm. The nurse understands that which characteristic indicates that the neoplasm is benign? A. Well-defined borders B. Rapid growth C. Invades surrounding tissues D. Noncohesive - A. Well-defined borders Rationale: A benign neoplasm has well-defined borders, slow growth, is cohesive, and pushes other tissues out of the way. A malignant neoplasm invades surrounding tissues, is noncohesive, does not stop at tissue borders, and grows rapidl...

Osteoarthritis - Most common arthritis causing joint cartilage deterioration. Primary Causes - Aging and genetic factors contributing to osteoarthritis. Secondary Causes - Joint injury, obesity, and repetitive stress factors. Crepitus - Grating sound from friction between bone and cartilage. Joint Effusions - Accumulation of fluid in the joint space. Laboratory Assessment - Includes aspirated joint fluid, ESR, and hsCRP. Pain Control Outcome - Achieves pain level of 2 to 3 on scale. Trama...

The occupational health nurse is teaching a class on the risk factors for developing osteoarthritis (OA). Which is a modifiable risk factor for developing OA? 1. Being overweight 2. Increasing age 3. Previous joint damage 4. Genetic susceptibility - 1. Being overweight The client is diagnosed with OA. Which sign/symptom should the nurse expect the client to exhibit? 1. Severe bone deformity 2. Joint stiffness 3. Waddling gait 4. Swan-neck fingers - 2. Joint stiffness Pain, stiffness, ...

A nurse is providing a preventive teaching discussion with a client at risk for osteoarthritis. Which guideline should be included in this discussion related to exercise? - A)Exercise is not recommended B)If there is pain with exercise, keep going, this is building muscle C)Participate in regular exercise, including walking or swimming D)Perform heavy weightlifting exercises three times per week Answer: C Participating in regular exercise like walking, jogging, swimming and cycling can kee...