Which of the following will correct an elongated image?

a. Increasing the vertical angulation
b. Decreasing the vertical angulation
c. Directing the central ray perpendicular to the plane of the image receptor
d. Directing the central ray perpendicular to the long axis of the tooth

a. Elongation results from inadequate vertical angulation.

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

________ Nearness acuity is measured using the Snellen eye chart for patients who can read and do NOT have a language barrier

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Health Professions

As a general rule, what will occur within the first 1 to 2 hours after the onset of myocardial hypoxia, if the patient is not properly managed?

A) ST depression B) pathologic Q wave C) ST segment elevation D) infarction

Health Professions