Which of the following statements regarding radiation exposure is accurate?

The statement that exposure is minimized when using high kVp and low mA is accurate because it reflects the principles of radiographic technique in minimizing patient exposure to ionizing radiation. High kilovolt peak (kVp) settings increase the penetrating power of the x-ray beam, allowing for adequate imaging quality while requiring less radiation dose. Lower milliamperage (mA) settings reduce the number of x-rays produced per unit time. By using high kVp with low mA, you achieve sufficient image quality while effectively reducing the overall dose of radiation that the patient receives.

This technique optimizes the balance between image quality and radiation risk, allowing for diagnostic images to be obtained with the least necessary exposure. The combination of high kVp and low mA is a common practice in fluoroscopy and radiography aimed at safeguarding patient health while still acquiring images necessary for accurate diagnosis.