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The routinely used methods of examining the stomach include:
1.) no contrast
2.) single contrast
3.) double contrast |
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2.) single contrast
3.) double contrast |
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Which of the following are components of the alimentary canal?
1.) mouth and pharynx
2.) stomach and intestine
3.) liver and pancreas |
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Definition
1.) mouth and pharynx
2.) stomach and intestine |
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| What is the respiration phase for an AP abdominal radiograph done in the supine position? |
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Functions of the gallbladder include:
1.) storing bile
2.) concentrating bile
3.) storing cholecystokinin |
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Definition
1.) storing bile
2.) concentrating bile |
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| What is the respiration phase for all projections of the biliary tract? |
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Definition
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| Which quadrant does the liver lies in? |
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Definition
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| The most commonly performed abdominal examination is referred to as a(n): |
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Definition
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| Where is the center of the IR positioned for an upright PA abdominal radiograph? |
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Definition
| 2 inches above the iliac crests |
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A properly exposed abdominal radiograph will exhibit the:
1.) psoas muscles
2.) lower border of the liver
3.) transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae |
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Definition
1.) psoas muscles
2.) lower border of the liver
3.) transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae |
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Which of the following organs lie in the abdominal cavity?
1.) stomach
2.) gallbladder
3.) kidneys |
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Definition
1.) stomach
2.) gallbladder
3.) kidneys |
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| Where is the center of the IR positioned for an AP abdominal radiograph done in the supine position? |
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Definition
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| The patient "prep" for a morning stomach examination is: |
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Definition
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food and fluid are withheld after midnight
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Functions of the stomach include:
1.) storage of food
2.) absorption of food products
3.) chemical breakdown of food |
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Definition
1.) storage of food
3.) chemical breakdown of food |
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| What is the average degree of body rotation for an AP oblique projection of the stomach and duodenum? |
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Definition
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Which of the following are essential oblique projections of the stomach and duodenum?
1.) AP projection, LPO
2.) PA projection, RAO
3.) PA projection, LAO |
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Definition
1.) AP projection, LPO
2.) PA projection, RAO |
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| Which projection of the stomach would best demonstrate a diaphragmatic herniation? |
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Definition
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AP, Trendelenburg’s position
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| What is the recommended general body position for a radiographic series of the esophagus? |
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Definition
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| How much lower should the IR be positioned when the upright position is used for projections of the stomach? |
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Definition
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| For which projection of the stomach would a positioning sponge be used? |
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Definition
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Which of the following are the essential projections for an esophagus series?
1.) AP or PA
2.) lateral
3.) PA oblique |
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Definition
1.) AP or PA
2.) lateral
3.) PA oblique |
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Term
Which of the following are prime considerations in producing an optimal radiograph of the abdomen?
1.) apply compression
2.) explain the breathing procedure to the patient
3.) do not start the exposure for 1 to 2 seconds after suspension of respiration |
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Definition
2.) explain the breathing procedure to the patient
3.) do not start the exposure for 1 to 2 seconds after suspension of respiration |
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| Which plane is positioned to the center of the grid for the lateral projection of the stomach and duodenum? |
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Definition
| a plane passing midway between the midcoronal plane and the anterior surface of the abdomen |
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Term
| A specific radiographic examination of the biliary ducts is termed: |
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Definition
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| The combining form cholangi(o)- means |
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| What is the recommended oblique projection and position for the best demonstration of the esophagus? |
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| One of the primary reasons a left lateral decubitus abdominal radiograph is performed is to demonstrate: |
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Definition
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| Which plane is centered to the grid for the PA oblique projection of the stomach and duodenum? |
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Definition
| a longitudinal plane midway between the vertebrae and the lateral border of the elevated side |
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| A PA projection of the stomach and duodenum can be performed using a 24- ´ 30-cm IR. Which of the following describes the plane that is centered to the grid for this projection? |
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Definition
| a sagittal plane passing halfway between the midline and the lateral border of the abdomen |
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