A shield that attaches to the x-ray tube that can be positioned within the primary beam, but does not come into contact with the patient, is known as a:

flat shield
contact shield
contour shield
shadow shield

shadow shield

Rationale: Shadow shields have a piece of leaded material attached to an arm that can be attached to the tube head. The material will cast a shadow as adjusted to correct anatomic location.

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The ________ is the part of the patientcare report (PCR) in which the Emergency Medical Responder documents that the patient has been turned over to an ambulance

a. narrative b. run data c. patient data d. disposition

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Think about how cultural differences might play a part in how the physician or manager must communicate with a patient about possible outcomes. What ideas come to mind?

What will be an ideal response?

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