Question 1

Is the dose of radiation required to produce an acceptable image on the child patient the same as on an adult?

Accepted Answer

No. The child's bone structure is smaller and less dense than an adult's. Less radiation is required to produce an acceptable image

Question 2

The full mouth survey recommended for the child patient between the ages of 12 and 14 is the same as for adult patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Should a thyroid collar be used when exposing radiographs on children?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is imperative that a lead/lead-equivalent apron and thyroid collar be used on all patients.

Question 4

Exposures on children between the ages of 10 and 15 should be the same as those used for adult patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Each of the following may assist with placement of the image receptor for a child patient EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Placing the image receptor parallel to the long axes of the teeth of interest 
B)  Using a smaller-sized image receptor 
C)  Switching to a smaller, lighter image receptor holder 
D)  Using the bisecting technique 
A)  Placing the image receptor parallel to the long axes of the teeth of interest 
B)  Using a smaller-sized image receptor 
C)  Switching to a smaller, lighter image receptor holder 
D)  Using the bisecting technique

Question 6

Because the image receptor may lay flatter in the oral cavity of a child, the ______ angulation may be _________ to assist in recording more of the periapical region.

Accepted Answer

A)  horizontal, increased 
B)  horizontal, decreased 
C)  vertical, increased 
D)  vertical, decreased 
A)  horizontal, increased 
B)  horizontal, decreased 
C)  vertical, increased 
D)  vertical, decreased

Question 7

Are panoramic radiographs acceptable substitutes for intraoral radiographs if a child cannot tolerate intraoral placement of the image receptor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The panoramic radiograph is ideal f

Question 8

What size intraoral image receptor should be used to image a child with primary teeth?

Accepted Answer

Size #0 or #1. The child’s age, size, an

Question 9

The amount of radiation required for an intraoral exposure on a child is approximately twice that required for an adult.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Modeling is a technique in which the child is given the opportunity to observe another patient undergoing a procedure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A lateral jaw extraoral radiograph can be used to assist with providing radiographic information for the child patient who cannot tolerate placement of an intraoral image receptor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Children have the same basic needs for oral health care as do adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

How many radiographs should be included in a full mouth survey of a child with transitional dentition?

Accepted Answer

A minimum of 12 radiographs, 10 periapic

Question 14

Which of these statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  A child's smaller size places radiation-sensitive tissues closer to the path of radiation. 
B)  A lead apron and thyroid collar need to be placed on all child patients. 
C)  ALARA protocols that apply to adults do not apply to children. 
D)  Radiographs on children require less radiation exposure than adults. 
A)  A child's smaller size places radiation-sensitive tissues closer to the path of radiation. 
B)  A lead apron and thyroid collar need to be placed on all child patients. 
C)  ALARA protocols that apply to adults do not apply to children. 
D)  Radiographs on children require less radiation exposure than adults.

Question 15

What size intraoral image receptor should be used to image a child with a transitional dentition?

Accepted Answer

Size #2. The radiographer should use the

Question 16

Once the first permanent molars have erupted, the ideal full mouth survey should include a minimum of ____ radiographs.

Accepted Answer

A)  4 
B)  8 
C)  10 
D)  12 
A)  4 
B)  8 
C)  10 
D)  12

Question 17

Each of the following statements regarding dental radiography of the child patient is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vertical angulation may need to be increased slightly. 
B)  Increasing the vertical angulation over perpendicular will help image the root apices. 
C)  The bisecting technique will produce less distortion and magnification than the paralleling technique. 
D)  The bisecting technique can produce reasonably acceptable images when parallel positioning is not possible. 
A)  Vertical angulation may need to be increased slightly. 
B)  Increasing the vertical angulation over perpendicular will help image the root apices. 
C)  The bisecting technique will produce less distortion and magnification than the paralleling technique. 
D)  The bisecting technique can produce reasonably acceptable images when parallel positioning is not possible.

Question 18

By how much should adult exposure times be reduced for a 6-year-old child patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  One-half the exposure time used for the adult patient 
B)  One-third the exposure time used for the adult patient 
C)  One-fourth the exposure time used for the adult patient 
D)  One-fifth the exposure time used for the adult patient 
A)  One-half the exposure time used for the adult patient 
B)  One-third the exposure time used for the adult patient 
C)  One-fourth the exposure time used for the adult patient 
D)  One-fifth the exposure time used for the adult patient

Question 19

Less radiation is required to produce an acceptable image in children than in adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Deciding whether to expose dental radiographs on a child patient is based on:

Accepted Answer

A)  age. 
B)  behavior. 
C)  individual needs. 
D)  sensitivity of the oral cavity. 
A)  age. 
B)  behavior. 
C)  individual needs. 
D)  sensitivity of the oral cavity.

Exam 26: Describing Radiographic Anomalies, Lesions, and Opportunistic Screening

Is the dose of radiation required to produce an acceptable image on the child patient the same as on an adult?

The full mouth survey recommended for the child patient between the ages of 12 and 14 is the same as for adult patients.

Should a thyroid collar be used when exposing radiographs on children?

Exposures on children between the ages of 10 and 15 should be the same as those used for adult patients.

Each of the following may assist with placement of the image receptor for a child patient EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Because the image receptor may lay flatter in the oral cavity of a child, the ______ angulation may be _________ to assist in recording more of the periapical region.

Are panoramic radiographs acceptable substitutes for intraoral radiographs if a child cannot tolerate intraoral placement of the image receptor?

What size intraoral image receptor should be used to image a child with primary teeth?

The amount of radiation required for an intraoral exposure on a child is approximately twice that required for an adult.

Modeling is a technique in which the child is given the opportunity to observe another patient undergoing a procedure.

A lateral jaw extraoral radiograph can be used to assist with providing radiographic information for the child patient who cannot tolerate placement of an intraoral image receptor.

Children have the same basic needs for oral health care as do adults.

How many radiographs should be included in a full mouth survey of a child with transitional dentition?

Which of these statements is FALSE?

What size intraoral image receptor should be used to image a child with a transitional dentition?

Once the first permanent molars have erupted, the ideal full mouth survey should include a minimum of ____ radiographs.

Each of the following statements regarding dental radiography of the child patient is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION exception?

By how much should adult exposure times be reduced for a 6-year-old child patient?

Less radiation is required to produce an acceptable image in children than in adults.

Deciding whether to expose dental radiographs on a child patient is based on:

Dental Radiography: Historical Perspective and Future Trends

Characteristics and Measurement of Radiation

The Dental X-Ray Machine: Components and Function

Factors Affecting Radiographic Quality

Effects of Radiation Exposure

Radiation Protection

Dental X-Ray Film and Processing Methods

Digital Radiography and Image Acquisition

Infection Control

Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

Patient Relations and Education

Introduction to Radiographic Examinations

The Periapical Examinationparalleling Technique

The Periapical Examinationbisecting Technique

The Bitewing Examination

The Occlusal Examination

The Panoramic Examination

Identifying and Correcting Undiagnostic Radiographs

Quality Control and Environmental Safety in Dental Radiography

Image Orientation and Introduction to Interpretation

Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy Intraoral Radiographs

Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy Panoramic Radiographs

Radiographic Appearance of Dental Materials and Foreign Objects

The Use of Radiographs in the Detection of Dental Caries

The Use of Radiographs in the Evaluation of Periodontal Diseases

Pediatric Radiographic Techniques

Radiographic Techniques for Patients With Special Needs

Radiographic Techniques for Specific Oral Conditions

Radiographic Techniques

Filters

Because the image receptor may lay flatter in the oral cavity of a child, the angulation may be ___ to assist in recording more of the periapical region.