Pre-programmed exposure techniques provided by the equipment manufacturer
A)should be viewed as exact for all situations.
B)should be viewed as a starting point for technique selection.
C)are based upon a national standard and widely accepted by everyone.
D)take into account the age of the system and modify techniques accordingly.

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Pre-programmed exposure techniques provided by the equipment manufacturer should be viewed as a starting point for technique selection. The factors affecting exposure techniques can vary depending on the patient size, body habitus, region being imaged, and pathology. Therefore, the initial settings should be adjusted as needed to obtain a diagnostic-quality image with an appropriate radiation dose.

Pre-Programmed Exposure Techniques Provided by the Equipment Manufacturer