Which of these activities would be inconsistent with the "scope of practice" of the radiographer?
A)suggesting methods to improve fluoroscopic image quality to a radiologist
B)helping an ER physician identify a pneumonia on a chest radiograph
C)obtaining additional patient information to add to an existing patient history that was taken by a nurse
D)repeating a suboptimal radiograph after determining the S# was too high

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While radiographers can assist physicians in identifying the presence of abnormal structures on imaging exams, it is outside the scope of their practice to diagnose medical conditions such as pneumonia.

Answer: A 
 Radiographers can provide input on imaging techniques and parameters to improve image quality to radiologists and other imaging professionals.

Answer: C 
 Obtaining additional patient information is within the scope of the radiographer's practice as it contributes to the overall patient history that can inform medical decision-making.

Answer: D 
 Radiographers can repeat images if necessary for diagnostic purposes, which includes determining that the image quality is suboptimal due to technical factors such as the S#.

Which of These Activities Would Be Inconsistent with the "Scope