The categories of radiation survey instruments include: Those with a readout scale Those without a readout scale Ionization-chamber based

What is the purpose of a quality control program in diagnostic imaging?

A radiograph is performed on a pelvis at 70 kVp and 50 mAs and the image demonstrates excessive radiographic density.  What set of technical factors should be used to decrease density and patient dose?

The air gap technique is not as effective for which of the following ranges of kVp?

Which of the following is the annual occupational effective dose that applies to licensed radiographers?

A protective thyroid shield must have an equivalency of at least:

Clear lead-acrylic secondary protective barriers are impregnated with approximately _____ lead by weight.

The plans for a community hospital call for two x-ray rooms operating 6 days per week.  The estimated patient load for each room is 15 patients per day, and each patient will average 2 films taken at 80 kVp, 600 mA, and 0.2 seconds.  What is the projected workload of each room?

The genetically significant dose (GSD) for the population of the United States is about:

Which of the following was created for the purpose of educating the profession regarding AAPM gonadal shielding position statement?