The collimation assembly of a radiographic unit
A)employs an upper and lower set of shutter blades.
B)allows the radiographer to adjust the field size in a circular dimension.
C)removes the mirror assembly for exposures.
D)all of the above

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The collimation assembly of a radiographic unit employs an upper and lower set of shutter blades to adjust the size and shape of the x-ray beam, ensuring it is limited to the area of interest. This helps reduce patient exposure and improves image quality by reducing scatter radiation. Choices B and C do not accurately describe the function or components of a collimation assembly.

The Collimation Assembly of a Radiographic Unit