MEDICINE
RADIOLOGY
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Question
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exposure to radiation from a nuclear power plant leak is an example of chronic radiation exposure
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chronic radiation exposure will not be passed on the future generations
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this type of exposure can be easily linked to the source
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this type of radiation exposure is a risk to dental staff that process dental radiographs
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Detailed explanation-1: -X-rays are the ionizing radiation used extensively in medical and dental practice. Even though they provide useful information and aid in diagnosis, they also have the potential to cause harmful effects.
Detailed explanation-2: -The thyroid gland is more susceptible to radiation exposure during dental radiographic exams given its anatomic position, particularly in children. Protective thyroid collars and collimation substantially reduce radiation exposure to the thyroid during dental radiographic procedures.
Detailed explanation-3: -Both intraoral and panoramic x-rays machines have the following exposure factor controls: milliamperage (mA), kilovoltage (kVp) and time. The primary difference between the two types of machines is the control of exposure parameters.
Detailed explanation-4: -Which modifications in technique will reduce patient exposure to radiation during dental radiographic procedures? includes filtration that takes place when the primary beam passes through the glass window of the x-ray tube, the insulating oil, and the tubehead seal.