RAD Safety Quiz Review

Which of the following is a beam alignment device?

• An XCP

• The XCP bite-block

The lead apron

• is recommended for intraoral exposures.

• is an option; use is not mandated by any state or federal law.

Radiation monitoring can be used to protect the dental radiographer and includes monitoring of

• equipment but not personnel.

• both equipment and personnel.

Which of the following is considered to be a semicritical instrument?

• Beam alignment devices

• The exposure button

How frequently should you monitor the digital imaging equipment in your office?

• Based on manufacturer specifications

• Monthly

(1) Quality assurance monitoring includes a detailed log of all tests performed. (2) A monitoring schedule should be posted in the dental office.

• Both statements are false.

• Both statements are true.

Which of the following would you need in order to perform efficient, accurate dental imaging procedures on your patients?

• Sufficient knowledge and technical skills

• Technical skills

When dental images are properly prescribed, exposed, and processed, the benefit of disease detection ____________ the risk of small doses of x-radiation.

• is considered equal

• far outweighs

When a patient trusts the dental professional, the patient is

• more likely to comply with prescribed treatment.

• less likely to return for further treatment.

Good verbal communication skills for dental radiographers involve

• a soft tone of voice.

• a loud tone of voice so that the patient may hear clearly.