MEDICINE
RADIOLOGY
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Question
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which of the following is the device the restricts the size and shape of the x-ray beam?
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film badge
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barrier
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filter
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collimator
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -a diaphragm, usually made of lead, used to restrict the size and shape of the xray beam.
Detailed explanation-2: -The collimator is used to restrict the size and shape of the x-ray beam in order to reduce patient exposure. A collimator may have either a round or rectangular opening.
Detailed explanation-3: -A diagnostic x-ray beam-limiting device is a device such as a collimator, a cone, or an aperture intended to restrict the dimensions of a diagnostic x-ray field by limiting the size of the primary x-ray beam.
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