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asmith134

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on: Jul 17, 2018
Considering the technical appearance of a PA upright chest, what pathology associated around the region of the diaphragm may be noted?
 
 pneumoperitoneum
  fixed diaphragm
  pneumothorax
  ascites

Question 2

The theory that certain cellular qualities influence radiosensitivity:
 
 Direct effect
  Law of Bergonie and Tribondeau
  LET
  Linear nonthreshold


IRincones

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

pneumoperitoneum

Rationale: The technical appearance of the chest achieved with a high kVp value will demonstrate free air within the abdominal cavity (pneumoperitoneum) under the diaphragm.

Answer to Question 2

Law of Bergonie and Tribondeau

Rationale: Scientists Bergonie and Tribondeau discovered the cellular differences that make cells more or less sensitive.


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