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The measurement of bone density using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) to detect osteoporosis
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Bone Densitometry (BD)
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bone x ray
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Radiologic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system
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Recording of a predetermined plane in the body using an x-ray beam that is measured, recorded, and then processed by a computer for display on a monitor
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Visualization of deep structures of the body by recording the reflections of pulses of ultrasonic waves directed into the tissue
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Capacity to operate or work
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Any process by which a neutral atom gains or loses an electron, thus acquiring a net charge
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Process of using a magnetic field and radiofrequencies to create sectional images of the body
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Radiography of the breast
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Branch of radiology that involves the introduction of radioactive substances into the body for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes
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Energy transmitted by waves through space or through a medium
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Radiation
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Radiation Therapy
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Branch of radiology involved in the treatment of disease by means of x-rays or radioactive substances
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Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
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Making of records (radiographs) of internal structures of the body by passing x-rays or gamma rays through the body to act on specially sensitized film or an imaging plate or system
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General term applied to an individual who performs radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine technology
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Radiologic Technologist
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Radiologic Technology
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Physician who specializes in the use of roentgen rays and other forms of radiation in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
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An advanced level radiographer who extends the capacity of the radiologist in the diagnostic imaging environment, thereby enhancing patient care
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Branch of health sciences dealing with radioactive substances and radiant energy and with the diagnosis and treatment of disease by means of both ionizing (roentgen rays) and nonionizing (ultrasounds) radiation
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Also known as X-Ray; Electromagnetic radiation of short wavelength that is produced when electrons moving at a high velocity are suddenly stopped
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Roentgen Ray
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Nightmare ray
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Special protection should be provided to prevent excessive exposure to ionizing radiation.
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_____Is a form of mechanical energy.
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is a method of imaging the electrical activity of the head
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Electroencephalography
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Electrocardiography
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is a method of imaging the electrical activity of the heart
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Electrocardiography
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Electroencephalography
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The body's naturally emitted heat energy can produce images for diagnostic purposes as well. These images are called
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Is emitted by nucleous of an atom.
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Nuclear medicine technology uses Nuclear energy to create images of both:
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anatomic structures & physiologic actions
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physiologic actions & organ functional histology
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anatomic structures & functional internal mechanisms
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is a form of electromagnetic energy that has the ability to ionize atoms
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Gamma Radiation
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Roentgen ray
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The field of radiologic technology began on ___________________________
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November 8, 1895.
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October 6 , 1895.
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In 1895 he discovered x-rays
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Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen
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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
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Rontgen termed these invisible rays "x-rays" because X is the symbol for an _______ variable
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A Radiographer uses ____________ to permit visualization of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and genitourinary system
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contrast media
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nuclear technology
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Is the term for radiologic examination of the blood vessels after injection of contrast media.
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Placing a catheter into one of the chambers of heart is termed
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cardiact catherization
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cardiact arrest
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tratment of a blocked blood vessel is termed
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Nuclear medicine procedures usually involve the imaging of a patient's organs -such as the liver, heart, or brain- after the introduction of a radioactive material known as a:
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Radiopharmaceutical
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contrast media
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Involves the use of high-energy ionizing radiationto treat malignant tumors (cancer)
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Radiation oncology
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radiation therapy
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Are involved in treatment planning and dose calculations.
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is a general term that applies to an individual skilled in practical art
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is a general term that applies to an individual who performs procedures that requires attentionto in technical detail