Chapter 27

Question 1

Which of the following offers voluntary certification for radiologic technologists ?

Answer 1

American Registry if Radiologic Technologists

Question 2

The projected increase in employment for radiologic technologists is likely because of which of the following?

Answer 2

Technology advancements

Question 3

In order to create a treatment plan, the oncology team first needs to obtain which of the following?

Answer 3

X-ray or CT imaging

Question 4

A radiation physicist is best described as which of the following?

Answer 4

The worker who calibrates the linear accelerator simulator

Question 5

What must happen to the patient so that the linear accelerator can be adjusted to the specifications developed by the team?

Answer 5

Must be positioned

Question 6

Which organization accredits formal training programs in radiography

Answer 6

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology

Question 7

Which of the following is responsible for calculating the dose of radiation that will be used for treatment?

Answer 7

Dosimetrist

Question 8

Which of the following is the only state tagt does not have a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology accredited trainign program in radiology?

Answer 8

Alaska

Question 9

( t or f) federal legislation protects the public from the hazards of unnecessary exposure to medical and debtal radiation by ensuring that operators of radiologic equipment are properly trained

Answer 9

True, however it is up to each state to require the license of a radiologic technologist

Question 10

(T or F) radiation therapy is usally the only treatment used for individuals suffering from cancer

Answer 10

False, it is SOMETIMES the sole treatment for cancer but it can also be used for conjuction with chemotherapy and surgery