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10. Acquiring ENT CT Images
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10.5 X-ray Exposure
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If an emergency occurs during image acquisition, release the
Exposure Switch to cease X-ray emission.
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The operator shall observe the X-ray safety regulations applicable
to their area at all times during the operation of this equipment.
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During image acquisition (X-ray exposure), don’t use the Chinrest
UP/DOWN button or switch except for emergency situations. (The
movement of the Rotating Unit is necessary only for the patient
positioning in normal situation.) Doing so may lead the patient to be
unsafe.
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The operator must keep vocal/visual contact with the patient at all
times during image acquisition process.
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Do not operate the PC during exposure. Doing so may cause the
system to malfunction.
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Let the patient close the eyes during operation.
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To acquire optimized images, let the patient hold his/her breath
and not to swallow. Also don’t let the patient move until the
Rotating Unit moves up.
1.
Get out of the X-ray room and close the door.
The operator must keep vocal/visual contact with the patient at all
times during image acquisition.
2.
Press and hold down the Exposure Switch until image acquisition is completed.
The image appears on the screen.