RAD TCDHA FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2024 ACTUAL EXAM 180 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A

RAD TCDHA FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2024

ACTUAL EXAM 180 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT

DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES

(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A

A fast film responds more quickly than a slow film, because -

ANSWER- the silver halide crystals in the emulsion are larger

film is best stored in an area that is - ANSWER- cool and dry

(1) panoramic radiograph is an example of an intraoral film (2)

an occlusal radiograph is an example of an extra oral film -

ANSWER- both statements are false

what factor would improve image sharpness - ANSWERsmaller crystal size in the film

a longer PID results in - ANSWER- an increased target-receptor

distance

to minimized dimensional distortion, the object and receptor

must be ......... to one another - ANSWER- parallel to

all excess chemicals are removed from the emulsion during -

ANSWER- fixation

the black shades and the distinct contrast of the radiographic

image are created by ........... in the developer solution -

ANSWER- hydroquinone

an extra oral cleaning film is used to - ANSWER- clean residual

gelatine or dirt from the rollers

how frequently should you monitor the digital imaging

equipment in your office - ANSWER- based on manufacturers

specifications

(1) An oral examination limits the practitioner to knowledge of

what is seen clinically (2) Dental images allow the practitioner

to see many conditions that are not apparent clinically -

ANSWER- both statements are true

Assigned responsibilities of dental auxiliaries in regard to dental

imaging may include - ANSWER- education of patients about

dental imaging

(1) you can use dental images to help educate your patient on his

dental caries and periodontal disease (2) you can also use dental

images to help your patient see a picture of common conditions

that cannot be seen clinically. these include cysts, extra teeth,

and retained roots - ANSWER- both statements are true

what would be an example of the use of interpersonal skills

rather than technical skills with patients - ANSWER- discussing

the rationale for use of dental image

communication is defined in the text as - ANSWER- the process

by which information is exchanged between two or more

persons

what is the best way to show your patient that are listening to

him or her - ANSWER- give the patient undivided attention

facilitation - ANSWER- the act of making easier

inviting a patient to ask questions - ANSWER- enhances

communication

patient education is likely rot result in decreased - ANSWERfears of x-ray exposure

a patient with caries will require - ANSWER- more frequent

dental imaging examinations than a patient without such disease

if the patient is a minor, informed consent - ANSWER- must be

obtained from a legal guardian

if you take dental images on your patient before getting his

informed consent, your patient can legally claim - ANSWERmalpractice or negligence

it is appropriate for any dental professional to discuss a patient's

care with - ANSWER- another dentist involved in the patients

care and a physician with whom care is shared

your former patient has moved and would like his records

including the original radiographs sent to his new dentist. what

should you do? - ANSWER- keep the original films and send

the new dentist a duplicate set

(1) when a patient refuses dental images the dentist has deemed

necessary for treatment planning, the dentist should refuse to

treat the patient (2) however, the patient could sign a release

form that would allow the dentist to continue with the patient's