Each of the following statements regarding handheld x-ray devices is correct except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Handheld devices should be used over wall-mounted units.
B) Handheld devices should be certified by the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
C) The radiographer must be familiar with the operating instructions supplied by the manufacturer.
D) The radiographer must remain within the backscatter ring shield protection zone.
A
Explanation: A) Handheld x-ray units should only be used when a conventional wall-mounted x-ray unit is not available or not practical to move the patient to where a conventional wall-mounted x-ray machine is located.
B) Handheld x-ray units should only be used when a conventional wall-mounted x-ray unit is not available or not practical to move the patient to where a conventional wall-mounted x-ray machine is located.
C) Handheld x-ray units should only be used when a conventional wall-mounted x-ray unit is not available or not practical to move the patient to where a conventional wall-mounted x-ray machine is located.
D) Handheld x-ray units should only be used when a conventional wall-mounted x-ray unit is not available or not practical to move the patient to where a conventional wall-mounted x-ray machine is located.
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