Question 1

Which of the following statements regarding grids is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  They may be used with both intraoral and extraoral radiography. 
B)  They are composed of thin lead strips alternating with a radiolucent material. 
C)  They reduce the amount of radiation needed to produce an image. 
D)  They may add to the potential to increase film fog. 
A)  They may be used with both intraoral and extraoral radiography. 
B)  They are composed of thin lead strips alternating with a radiolucent material. 
C)  They reduce the amount of radiation needed to produce an image. 
D)  They may add to the potential to increase film fog.

Question 2

In film-based radiography, when using a cassette, it is necessary to use intensifying screens.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Each of the following statements regarding intensifying screens is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  They work in pairs. 
B)  They require less radiation to produce an image. 
C)  They transfer x-ray energy into visible light. 
D)  They are sensitive to white-light exposure. 
A)  They work in pairs. 
B)  They require less radiation to produce an image. 
C)  They transfer x-ray energy into visible light. 
D)  They are sensitive to white-light exposure.

Question 4

Extraoral film should be removed from the box under safelight conditions using:

Accepted Answer

A)  clean, dry hands. 
B)  patient treatment gloves. 
C)  plastic overgloves. 
D)  nitrile utility gloves. 
A)  clean, dry hands. 
B)  patient treatment gloves. 
C)  plastic overgloves. 
D)  nitrile utility gloves.

Question 5

A cephalometric radiograph is used to evaluate the position and orientation of the condyles and to detect fractures of the zygomatic arch.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Each of the following statements regarding extraoral film is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is individually packaged in the same manner as intraoral films. 
B)  It should not be handled with latex or vinyl treatment gloves. 
C)  It is more sensitive than intraoral film. 
D)  It is used in conjunction with a pair of intensifying screens. 
A)  It is individually packaged in the same manner as intraoral films. 
B)  It should not be handled with latex or vinyl treatment gloves. 
C)  It is more sensitive than intraoral film. 
D)  It is used in conjunction with a pair of intensifying screens.

Question 7

Which of these extraoral radiographs is most often used to show the base of the skull?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lateral cephalometric 
B)  Transcranial 
C)  Submentovertex 
D)  Posteroanterior 
A)  Lateral cephalometric 
B)  Transcranial 
C)  Submentovertex 
D)  Posteroanterior

Question 8

Why should cassettes and intensifying screens be examined prior to use?

Accepted Answer

To check the hinges and snaps of the cas

Question 9

Intensifying screens transfer x-ray energy into visible light.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of these is NOT an identification method for labeling extraoral radiographs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Embossed identification dot 
B)  Commercial film ID imprinters 
C)  Lead letters 
D)  Lead plates or tape 
A)  Embossed identification dot 
B)  Commercial film ID imprinters 
C)  Lead letters 
D)  Lead plates or tape

Which of the following statements regarding grids is correct?

In film-based radiography, when using a cassette, it is necessary to use intensifying screens.

Each of the following statements regarding intensifying screens is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Extraoral film should be removed from the box under safelight conditions using:

A cephalometric radiograph is used to evaluate the position and orientation of the condyles and to detect fractures of the zygomatic arch.

Each of the following statements regarding extraoral film is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Which of these extraoral radiographs is most often used to show the base of the skull?

Why should cassettes and intensifying screens be examined prior to use?

Intensifying screens transfer x-ray energy into visible light.

Which of these is NOT an identification method for labeling extraoral radiographs?

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Which of the following statements regarding grids is correct?

In film-based radiography, when using a cassette, it is necessary to use intensifying screens.

Each of the following statements regarding intensifying screens is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Extraoral film should be removed from the box under safelight conditions using:

A cephalometric radiograph is used to evaluate the position and orientation of the condyles and to detect fractures of the zygomatic arch.

Each of the following statements regarding extraoral film is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Which of these extraoral radiographs is most often used to show the base of the skull?

Why should cassettes and intensifying screens be examined prior to use?

Intensifying screens transfer x-ray energy into visible light.

Which of these is NOT an identification method for labeling extraoral radiographs?

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

Pediatric Radiographic Techniques

Radiographic Techniques for Patients With Special Needs

Radiographic Techniques

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