Chapter 21: Occlusal and Localization Techniques

Dental Radiography principals and Techniques 5th edition by Joen Iannucci

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Chapter 21: Occlusal and Localization Techniques

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

  1. The occlusal technique is used to examine
a. interproximal areas.
b. large areas of the upper or lower jaw.
c. third molars.
d. for bone loss.

 

 

ANS:  B

The occlusal technique is used to examine large areas of the upper or lower jaw.

 

DIF:    Comprehension                               REF:   Page 228        OBJ:   2 | 3

TOP:   CDA, RHS, I.B.1.b.i. Define factors that influence quality of the radiographic image

MSC:  NBDHE, 2.3 Technique

 

  1. In adults, size ____ receptor is used in the occlusal examination.
a. 0
b. 1
c. 2
d. 4

 

 

ANS:  D

In adults, size 4 receptor is used in the occlusal examination.

 

DIF:    Comprehension                               REF:   Page 228        OBJ:   4

TOP:   CDA, RHS, I.A.3.b. Select appropriate image receptor size depending on patient characteristics and exposure technique indicated   MSC:  NBDHE, 2.3 Technique

 

  1. Which size receptor would you use to take an occlusal image on your 3-year-old patient?
a. 0
b. 1
c. 2
d. 4

 

 

ANS:  C

In children, a size 2 receptor is used in the occlusal examination.

 

DIF:    Application    REF:   Page 228        OBJ:   4

TOP:   CDA, RHS, I.A.3.b. Select appropriate image receptor size depending on patient characteristics and exposure technique indicated   MSC:  NBDHE, 2.3 Technique

 

  1. How is the receptor stabilized in the patient’s mouth when taking a cross-sectional image?
a. The receptor is placed in a Stabe bite-block.
b. The receptor is held by a hemostat.
c. The patient gently bites on the surface of the receptor.
d. A bite-wing tab is attached to the receptor.

 

 

ANS:  C

When the occlusal technique is used, a patient gently bites on the surface of the receptor to stabilize the receptor.

 

DIF:    Comprehension                               REF:   Page 229        OBJ:   4

TOP:   CDA, RHS, I.B.1.b.i. Define factors that influence quality of the radiographic image

MSC:  NBDHE, 2.3 Technique

 

  1. When using the occlusal technique, the receptor is positioned with the _______ side facing the arch that is being exposed, and the receptor is placed in the mouth ______.
a. tube; to the lingual of the teeth
b. tube; between the occlusal surfaces of the maxillary and mandibular teeth
c. colored or back; to the lingual of the teeth
d. colored or back; between the occlusal surfaces of the maxillary and mandibular teeth

 

 

ANS:  B

When using the occlusal technique, the receptor is positioned with the tube side facing the arch that is being exposed, and the receptor is placed in the mouth between the occlusal surfaces of the maxillary and mandibular teeth.

 

DIF:    Comprehension                               REF:   Page 229        OBJ:   5 | 6

TOP:   CDA, RHS, I.B.1.b.i. Define factors that influence quality of the radiographic image

MSC:   NBDHE, 2.3 Technique

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