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Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

Minimizing Radiation Exposure in Radiography Procedures: Compliance with DHEC Regulations through Low-dose Techniques and Radiation Shielding

Required by DHEC, reduces radiation, improves image quality (by increasing contrast) Importance of collimation Radiography procedures that require compliance with DHEC regulations. Radiography is a medical imaging...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

Proper Placement of X-ray Images for Accurate Medical Imaging Results.

At least 3 sides of the image, 1/2 to 1 in inside the cassette field How much Collimation must be present according to DHEC? The information provided...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

6 Types of Radiographic Artifacts and How to Prevent Them

Radiographic artifacts Any unintended opacity or lucency visible on the image that impairs the quality of the image or may render the image un-seeable Radiographic artifacts are...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

How to Tape Earlobe Forward for Otoscopy: A Step-by-Step Guide for Accurate Examination and Improved View

Tape earlobe forward What should be done before taking a cervical x-ray if the patient is wearing earrings that are not removable? Taping the earlobe forward is...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

Exploring the Concept of Structural Density: Importance, Measurement, and Applications in Engineering and Material Science.

Structural density Thickness/size of the area or person you are trying to penetrate, determines how difficult it is to penetrate Structural density refers to the degree of...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

Navigating the Lumbopelvic Area: Its Anatomy, Functions, and Common Injuries.

Lumbopelvic area What area of the body is the most structurally dense? The lumbopelvic area refers to the lower back (lumbar region) and pelvis region where the...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

Radiographic Density: Importance in Quality Assessment and Image Processing Techniques

Radiographic density the amount of overall blackness produced on the processed image Radiographic density is the degree of darkness or blackness on a radiograph, which is determined...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Radiology

Unleashing the Power of Sthenic Body Type – Nutrition and Exercise Tips for Optimal Strength and Endurance

Sthenic Normal structural density Sthenic is a term used to describe a body type that is characterized by a muscular, athletic build with broad shoulders, a well-defined...