Which of the following diagnostic studies emits ionizing radiation?
A) fluoroscopy
B) MRI scan
C) pulse oximetry
D) ultrasound

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Fluoroscopy uses ionizing radiation to produce real-time images of the internal structures of the body. The other options (B, C, and D) do not use ionizing radiation. MRI uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves, pulse oximetry measures oxygen saturation through light waves, and ultrasound uses sound waves to produce images.

Which of the Following Diagnostic Studies Emits Ionizing Radiation