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melly21297

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Which of the following is the correct measure of care for a patient who is experiencing dyspnea while in the recumbent position?
 
 roll the patient on their side
  tell the patient that the exam is almost complete
  place the patient in a Trendelenburg position
  place the patient in a Fowler's position

Question 2

Which contrast scale is desired when imaging extremities?
 
 short
  low
  mid
  long



missalyssa26

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Answer to Question 1

place the patient in a Fowler's position

Rationale: The patient could be placed in a Fowler's position which is positioning the head higher than the feet.

Answer to Question 2

short

Rationale: Extremity imaging should achieve short or high contrast. Contrast should have fewer shades of gray and more black and white. Lower kVp should achieve high scale contrast.



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