Question 1

The mA setting for a 7-year-old child patient should be reduced by one-third.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of these statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Children are at risk for caries that progress more rapidly than in adults. 
B)  Children should receive dental radiographs less frequently than adults. 
C)  Standard techniques must often be adapted to the smaller oral cavity of the child patient. 
D)  Behavior modification strategies can assist the radiographer in gaining the confidence of the child patient. 
A)  Children are at risk for caries that progress more rapidly than in adults. 
B)  Children should receive dental radiographs less frequently than adults. 
C)  Standard techniques must often be adapted to the smaller oral cavity of the child patient. 
D)  Behavior modification strategies can assist the radiographer in gaining the confidence of the child patient.

Question 3

The first pediatric radiographic survey may not be necessary until:

Accepted Answer

A)  all primary teeth have erupted and prevent a visual inspection of interproximal surfaces. 
B)  the arches have developed sufficiently to accommodate placement of the image receptor. 
C)  the age of 6, when cooperation is more likely. 
D)  the child presents with signs or symptoms of oral disease. 
A)  all primary teeth have erupted and prevent a visual inspection of interproximal surfaces. 
B)  the arches have developed sufficiently to accommodate placement of the image receptor. 
C)  the age of 6, when cooperation is more likely. 
D)  the child presents with signs or symptoms of oral disease.

Question 4

Radiographic techniques and the types of projections used to image the oral cavity of the child patient do not differ significantly from those used for adult patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Most children would benefit from a radiographic examination within 12 months following the eruption of the first primary tooth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following extraoral radiographs is commonly assessed for in conjunction with intraoral radiographs for the child patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Transcranial 
B)  Panoramic 
C)  Waters 
D)  Reverse Towne 
A)  Transcranial 
B)  Panoramic 
C)  Waters 
D)  Reverse Towne

Question 7

The radiographer must be able to communicate and explain the procedure so that the child understands what is expected.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Children have long attention spans, so a single instruction should be sufficient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A decrease in vertical angulation of no more than 20 degrees is acceptable to record more in the apical region on periapical radiographs for children.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child's first professional oral examination be:

Accepted Answer

A)  between the ages of 3 and 6 months. 
B)  between the ages of 2 and 4 years. 
C)  within 12 months following eruption of the first tooth. 
D)  soon after the eruption of all primary teeth. 
A)  between the ages of 3 and 6 months. 
B)  between the ages of 2 and 4 years. 
C)  within 12 months following eruption of the first tooth. 
D)  soon after the eruption of all primary teeth.

The mA setting for a 7-year-old child patient should be reduced by one-third.

Which of these statements is FALSE?

The first pediatric radiographic survey may not be necessary until:

Radiographic techniques and the types of projections used to image the oral cavity of the child patient do not differ significantly from those used for adult patients.

Most children would benefit from a radiographic examination within 12 months following the eruption of the first primary tooth.

Which of the following extraoral radiographs is commonly assessed for in conjunction with intraoral radiographs for the child patient?

The radiographer must be able to communicate and explain the procedure so that the child understands what is expected.

Children have long attention spans, so a single instruction should be sufficient.

A decrease in vertical angulation of no more than 20 degrees is acceptable to record more in the apical region on periapical radiographs for children.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child's first professional oral examination be:

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

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

The mA setting for a 7-year-old child patient should be reduced by one-third.

Which of these statements is FALSE?

The first pediatric radiographic survey may not be necessary until:

Radiographic techniques and the types of projections used to image the oral cavity of the child patient do not differ significantly from those used for adult patients.

Most children would benefit from a radiographic examination within 12 months following the eruption of the first primary tooth.

Which of the following extraoral radiographs is commonly assessed for in conjunction with intraoral radiographs for the child patient?

The radiographer must be able to communicate and explain the procedure so that the child understands what is expected.

Children have long attention spans, so a single instruction should be sufficient.

A decrease in vertical angulation of no more than 20 degrees is acceptable to record more in the apical region on periapical radiographs for children.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child's first professional oral examination be:

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

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