Which of these terms best describes the x-rays that are coming directly from the focal spot on the target of the x-ray tube?

secondary beam
filtered beam
scatter beam
primary beam

primary beam

Rationale: primary beam – X-rays originate from the focal spot.

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a. calcaneovalgus b. calcaneovarus c. forefoot valgus d. pes planus

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A. the patient can breathe on his or her own B. 10 minutes have passed C. it becomes uncomfortable for the patient D. the aerosol stops flowing

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