Question 1

A special-design Ferlic filter would provide an even image density for which of the following projections?
1) AP thoracic spine
2) Lateral C7-T1 (swimmer's method) 
3) Lateral hip (Danelius-Miller method)

Accepted Answer

A)   1 and 2
B)   2 and 3
C)   1 and 3
D)   1, 2, and 3E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

The major advantage of using collimator-mounted compensating filters is:

Accepted Answer

A)   ease of use.
B)   can be used for different body areas.
C)   provide increased contrast and detail.
D)   reduction in radiation exposure to the patient.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 3

A trough filter would be used for a:

Accepted Answer

A)   lateral hip.
B)   AP shoulder.
C)   PA chest.
D)   AP thoracic spine.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following projections will always require a compensating filter to demonstrate all of the anatomy on one image?
1) AP shoulder
2) Lateral hip
3) Lateral C7-T1

Accepted Answer

A)   1 and 2
B)   2 and 3
C)   1 and 3
D)   1, 2, and 3E) C) and D)
F) All of the above B

Question 5

A commonly performed projection that is significantly improved with the use of a compensating filter is the AP:

Accepted Answer

A)   hand.
B)   skull.
C)   leg.
D)   thoracic spine.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 6

The most common materials used in the manufacture of compensating filters are:
1) copper.
2) aluminum.
3) high-density plastics.

Accepted Answer

A)   1 and 2
B)   2 and 3
C)   1 and 3
D)   1, 2, and 3E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

For which projection would two double-wedge filters be used?

Accepted Answer

A)   AP shoulder
B)   Lateral hip
C)   AP spine for scoliosis
D)   Lateral spine for scoliosisE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Where are most compensating filters placed?

Accepted Answer

A)   Under the patient
B)   Directly on the patient
C)   Between the x-ray tube and skin surface
D)   Between the x-ray tube and collimatorE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 9

A wedge filter would be ideal for which of the following projections?

Accepted Answer

A)   AP chest
B)   AP thoracic spine
C)   Lateral C7-T1
D)   Lateral hipE) A) and B)
F) B) and D) B

Question 10

The simplest and most common shape of compensating filter is the:

Accepted Answer

A)   wedge.
B)   trough.
C)   double-wedge.
D)   Boomerang.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Which of the following would be considered advantages in using anatomic compensating filters?
1) Reduces radiation exposure to the patient
2) Provides an even image density
3) Increases image contrast and detail

Accepted Answer

A)   1 and 2
B)   2 and 3
C)   1 and 3
D)   1, 2, and 3E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following is required to maintain an even radiographic density on body parts that have significant variations in tissue density?

Accepted Answer

A)   Increase the kVp.
B)   Increase the mA.
C)   Use a compensating filter.
D)   Use a compression device.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above C

Question 13

Which of the following will provide maximum patient safety when using compensating filters?

Accepted Answer

A)   Use two hands to mount a collimator filter.
B)   Use two hands to position a contact filter.
C)   Use a low-kVp exposure technique.
D)   Use a high-mA exposure technique.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

The Boomerang filter would provide an even image density for which body area?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hip
B)   Chest
C)   Shoulder
D)   C7-T1 regionE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Exam 2: Compensating Filters

A special-design Ferlic filter would provide an even image density for which of the following projections? 1) AP thoracic spine 2) Lateral C7-T1 (swimmer's method) 3) Lateral hip (Danelius-Miller method)

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The major advantage of using collimator-mounted compensating filters is:

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A trough filter would be used for a:

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Which of the following projections will always require a compensating filter to demonstrate all of the anatomy on one image? 1) AP shoulder 2) Lateral hip 3) Lateral C7-T1

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B

A commonly performed projection that is significantly improved with the use of a compensating filter is the AP:

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The most common materials used in the manufacture of compensating filters are: 1) copper. 2) aluminum. 3) high-density plastics.

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For which projection would two double-wedge filters be used?

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Where are most compensating filters placed?

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A wedge filter would be ideal for which of the following projections?

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B

The simplest and most common shape of compensating filter is the:

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Which of the following would be considered advantages in using anatomic compensating filters? 1) Reduces radiation exposure to the patient 2) Provides an even image density 3) Increases image contrast and detail

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Which of the following is required to maintain an even radiographic density on body parts that have significant variations in tissue density?

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Which of the following will provide maximum patient safety when using compensating filters?

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The Boomerang filter would provide an even image density for which body area?

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Exam 2: Compensating Filters

A special-design Ferlic filter would provide an even image density for which of the following projections? 1) AP thoracic spine 2) Lateral C7-T1 (swimmer's method) 3) Lateral hip (Danelius-Miller method)

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The major advantage of using collimator-mounted compensating filters is:

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A trough filter would be used for a:

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Which of the following projections will always require a compensating filter to demonstrate all of the anatomy on one image? 1) AP shoulder 2) Lateral hip 3) Lateral C7-T1

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A commonly performed projection that is significantly improved with the use of a compensating filter is the AP:

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The most common materials used in the manufacture of compensating filters are: 1) copper. 2) aluminum. 3) high-density plastics.

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For which projection would two double-wedge filters be used?

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Where are most compensating filters placed?

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A wedge filter would be ideal for which of the following projections?

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The simplest and most common shape of compensating filter is the:

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Which of the following would be considered advantages in using anatomic compensating filters? 1) Reduces radiation exposure to the patient 2) Provides an even image density 3) Increases image contrast and detail

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Which of the following is required to maintain an even radiographic density on body parts that have significant variations in tissue density?

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Which of the following will provide maximum patient safety when using compensating filters?

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The Boomerang filter would provide an even image density for which body area?

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