The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient who has severe arthritis and is having an x-ray. Which of the following statements by the patient would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?

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The correct understanding is that the table used for an x-ray is typically hard and cold, which is important for the patient to know in order to have realistic expectations about the procedure. Soft mattresses are not used because they can interfere with the clarity of the x-ray images. Patients are usually required to remain still during the x-ray to ensure clear images, and while comfort is important, they may need to be positioned in a specific way that the technician deems necessary for the best results.

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