What is the technical adjustment required with the trauma device of a small to medium plaster cast?

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A technical adjustment of +5 kVp or +25%-30% is required with the trauma device of a small to medium plaster cast. This is because the plaster cast can cause attenuation of the X-ray beam, leading to underexposed images. Increasing the kVp or mAs compensates for the attenuation, resulting in a properly exposed image. Option B and D are not appropriate because an increase in mAs alone will not compensate for the attenuation, and an increase in kVp beyond +5 can result in decreased image contrast. Option C is not appropriate because a significant decrease in kVp is not necessary for this technical adjustment.

What Is the Technical Adjustment Required with the Trauma Device