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Yolanda

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Which tarsal bone is located directly superior to the calcaneus?
 
 talus
  cuboid
  1st cuneiform
  navicular

Question 2

The acronym ALARA is:
 
 as low as radiation achieved
  at levels a radiographer ascertains
  as low as reasonably achievable
  attempt low as radiation always



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Answer to Question 1

talus

Rationale: The talus is located directly superior to the calcaneus.

Answer to Question 2

as low as reasonably achievable

Rationale: ALARA stands for as low as reasonably achievable.



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