Placing a lead blocker adjacent to an obese patient's anatomy during a lateral lumbar spine radiograph
A)is unnecessary with today's digital receptors.
B)will improve image quality.
C)will reduce exposure to the patient.
D)will reduce exposure to the radiographer.

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Placing a lead blocker adjacent to an obese patient's anatomy during a lateral lumbar spine radiograph will improve image quality by reducing scatter radiation, which can cause blurring and distortion.

Placing a Lead Blocker Adjacent to an Obese Patient's Anatomy