Most destructive conditions should require a reduction in _______ to compensate for the tissue condition.
A)SID
B)kVp
C)mAs
D)focal spot size

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mAs (milliamperes per second) is the key factor in controlling radiation output, and reducing the mAs will result in a decrease in the amount of radiation delivered to the patient. This is especially true for destructive conditions, where the tissue is more sensitive to radiation damage. A reduction in kVp (kilovoltage peak) can also reduce radiation output, but this may lead to a decrease in image quality. SID (source-to-image distance) and focal spot size are not directly related to radiation output and are therefore not relevant in this context.

Most Destructive Conditions Should Require a Reduction in _______ to Compensate