Prefinal Flashcard

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What is the primary purpose of proper patient positioning in radiologic imaging?

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To ensure accurate anatomical information

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What does exposure field alignment minimize in radiologic imaging?

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Radiation exposure

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Which of the following is a key factor influencing exposure technique selection? Patient's age, Time of day, Technologist's experience, Body part and tissue type

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Body part and tissue type

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What does the Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) do in radiologic imaging?

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Digitizes analog signals for processing

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What is the role of a histogram in image processing?

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To represent pixel intensity distribution

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What does automatic rescaling do in image optimization?

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Adjusts pixel values to fit the display range

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Which technology is commonly used in digital radiography systems? Options: Charge-Coupled Device (CCD), Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Photographic Film, Film-Screen Systems

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Thin-Film Transistor (TFT)

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What is the significance of collimation in radiologic imaging?

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To restrict the X-ray beam to the area of interest

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What does the term 'Dose Area Product (DAP)' refer to?

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The total energy delivered by radiation to a specific area

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What is the purpose of exposure indicators in radiologic imaging?

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To quantify the level of radiation exposure