Question 1

Should a hearing aid be removed prior to a panoramic radiographic exposure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Explain the procedure to

Question 2

What should the radiographer do to help communicate with a hearing-impaired patient prior to putting on a protective mask?

Accepted Answer

Together, with the patient, ag

Question 3

Prior to beginning the radiographic procedure, the radiographer may need to remove the mask worn for PPE when treating a patient with a hearing impairment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Each of the following statements regarding the gag reflex is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  The radiographer should not dismiss patient concerns about gagging as "all in the mind." 
B)  The radiographer should inform the patient that there are techniques to help minimize the gag reflex. 
C)  Most gagging patients are embarrassed by their involuntary reaction of gagging. 
D)  The radiographer should let the patient place the image receptor in his or her own mouth to help control the gag reflex. 
A)  The radiographer should not dismiss patient concerns about gagging as "all in the mind." 
B)  The radiographer should inform the patient that there are techniques to help minimize the gag reflex. 
C)  Most gagging patients are embarrassed by their involuntary reaction of gagging. 
D)  The radiographer should let the patient place the image receptor in his or her own mouth to help control the gag reflex.

Question 5

Placing the image receptor to expose the anterior regions first can help avoid exciting a gag reflex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Is receipt of large amounts of therapeutic radiation to the head and neck area a contraindication to future dental radiographs?

Accepted Answer

No. The radiographer should share the pa

Question 7

Which of the following would be most likely to assist in controlling a tactile stimulated gag response?

Accepted Answer

A)  Place a commercial edge-covering product over the image receptor. 
B)  Direct the patient to press the back of the head against the headrest. 
C)  Ask the patient to breath deeply through the nose. 
D)  Project confidence while maintaining an empathetic attitude. 
A)  Place a commercial edge-covering product over the image receptor. 
B)  Direct the patient to press the back of the head against the headrest. 
C)  Ask the patient to breath deeply through the nose. 
D)  Project confidence while maintaining an empathetic attitude.

Question 8

How should pregnant patients who need dental radiographs be prepared for the procedure?

Accepted Answer

All patients, including pregnant women a

Question 9

Each of the following management techniques will help avoid a gag response EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  An empathetic response from the radiographer when the patient mentions a fear of gagging during the procedure 
B)  Using the power of suggestion to explain the tips and tricks the radiographer will apply for the patient to help avoid exciting the gag reflex 
C)  Asking for the patient's cooperation with performing distraction techniques during the procedure 
D)  Questioning the patient about his or her past history with a gag reflex prior to beginning the procedure 
A)  An empathetic response from the radiographer when the patient mentions a fear of gagging during the procedure 
B)  Using the power of suggestion to explain the tips and tricks the radiographer will apply for the patient to help avoid exciting the gag reflex 
C)  Asking for the patient's cooperation with performing distraction techniques during the procedure 
D)  Questioning the patient about his or her past history with a gag reflex prior to beginning the procedure

Question 10

Should the radiographer allow the patient to help decide the correct position of the image receptor intraorally?

Accepted Answer

No. Allowing the patient to pl

Should a hearing aid be removed prior to a panoramic radiographic exposure?

What should the radiographer do to help communicate with a hearing-impaired patient prior to putting on a protective mask?

Prior to beginning the radiographic procedure, the radiographer may need to remove the mask worn for PPE when treating a patient with a hearing impairment.

Each of the following statements regarding the gag reflex is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Placing the image receptor to expose the anterior regions first can help avoid exciting a gag reflex.

Is receipt of large amounts of therapeutic radiation to the head and neck area a contraindication to future dental radiographs?

Which of the following would be most likely to assist in controlling a tactile stimulated gag response?

How should pregnant patients who need dental radiographs be prepared for the procedure?

Each of the following management techniques will help avoid a gag response EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Should the radiographer allow the patient to help decide the correct position of the image receptor intraorally?

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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

Describing Radiographic Anomalies, Lesions, and Opportunistic Screening

Radiographic Techniques for Patients With Special Needs

Radiographic Techniques for Specific Oral Conditions

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Exam 27: Pediatric Radiographic Techniques

Should a hearing aid be removed prior to a panoramic radiographic exposure?

What should the radiographer do to help communicate with a hearing-impaired patient prior to putting on a protective mask?

Prior to beginning the radiographic procedure, the radiographer may need to remove the mask worn for PPE when treating a patient with a hearing impairment.

Each of the following statements regarding the gag reflex is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Placing the image receptor to expose the anterior regions first can help avoid exciting a gag reflex.

Is receipt of large amounts of therapeutic radiation to the head and neck area a contraindication to future dental radiographs?

Which of the following would be most likely to assist in controlling a tactile stimulated gag response?

How should pregnant patients who need dental radiographs be prepared for the procedure?

Each of the following management techniques will help avoid a gag response EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Should the radiographer allow the patient to help decide the correct position of the image receptor intraorally?

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

Describing Radiographic Anomalies, Lesions, and Opportunistic Screening

Radiographic Techniques for Patients With Special Needs

Radiographic Techniques for Specific Oral Conditions

Radiographic Techniques

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