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Metfan725

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When the intensity of radiation is inversely proportional to the square of the distance, this represents:
 
 Law of Reciprocity
  Law of Linearity
  Inverse Square Law
  Law of Reproducibility

Question 2

A patient has a suspected fracture to the left tibia/fibula and is under spinal precautions. Which protocol would be implemented?
 
 AP and mediolateral
  AP only
  AP and lateromedial
  minimum 3 view protocol



sultana.d

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Answer to Question 1

Inverse Square Law

Rationale: The Inverse Square Law is a formula that can be used to determine modification in distance. The beam is attenuated with increased SID.

Answer to Question 2

AP and lateromedial

Rationale: Two views 90 degrees apart are required for trauma. The patient under spinal precautions will be unable to ambulate or roll into necessary positions. AP will be acquired and then a cross-table or horizontal beam approach will be necessary for the lateral. Placement of the grid should be on the medial surface of the patient's leg and the beam directed lateral to medial.



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