A properly exposed abdominal radiograph will exhibit the: 1.) psoas muscles 2.) lower border of the liver 3.) transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae
Definition
1, 2, and 3
Term
A radiographic examination of the urinary bladder is termed:
Definition
Cystography
Term
A severe reaction to a medication or contrast medium would be:
Definition
Anaphylactic reaction
Term
The above radiographic image demonstrates the right ribs elongated. There are only TWO views that will demonstrate the right ribs elongated. They are:
Definition
RPO and LAO
Term
An LPO will demonstrate the:
Definition
left ribselongated
Term
Assuming this oblique was taken to visualize the splenic felxure, which position is this patient in?
Definition
RPO
Term
At what level is the center of the IR positioned for a lateral projection of the rectosigmoid area?
Definition
ASIS
Term
At which level is the IR centered for an AP or PA oblique stomach and duodenum?
Definition
L1/L2
Term
Compression should not be used during an IVU if the patient has: 1.) an iodine allergy 2.) an aneurysm 3.) a colostomy
Definition
2 and 3
Term
Each lung is divided into specific segments called:
Definition
Lobes
Term
How far above the patient is the enema bag placed during a barium enema
Definition
18 to 24 inches
Term
How is the head positioned for a PA projection of both sternoclavicular articulations?
Definition
Term
How long should the patient remain in position before making the exposure when performing a projection in the lateral or dorsal decubitus position?
Definition
5 minutes
Term
How much fluid can the adult bladder hold?
Definition
500 mL
Term
How much should the body be rotated for a PA oblique projection of the sternum?
Definition
Term
IV medications are administered via the:
Definition
venous system
Term
The area between the two lungs is termed the:
Definition
mediastinum
Term
The aspiration of a foreign particle in the lung would be termed:
Definition
Aspiration Pneumonia
Term
The average length of the male urethra is
Definition
7-8 inches
Term
The central ray for a PA projection of the upper ribs is:
Definition
0 degrees
Term
The central-ray angle for a lateral sternum is:
Definition
Perpendicular
Term
The central-ray angulation for a PA projection of the sternoclavicular joint is:
Definition
0 degrees
Term
The central-ray angulation for an AP abdominal radiograph is:
Definition
0 degrees
Term
The costophrenic angle is a part of the:
Definition
lungs
Term
The most commonly performed abdominal examination is referred to as a(n):
Definition
KUB
Term
The part of the lung that extends above the clavicle is termed the:
Definition
Apex
Term
The radiographic examination of the urethra is called:
Definition
Cystourethrography
Term
The radiologic technologist may initiate venipuncture and administer contrast on the order of: 1.) any physician 2.) a registered nurse (RN) supervisor 3.) a radiologic technologist supervisor
Definition
1 only
Term
The respiration phase for radiographs made during intravenous urography is:
Definition
Suspended Expiration
Term
The term rugaedescribes:
Definition
The folds of the stomach
Term
The ureteral pelvic junction (or "UP" junction) describes:
Definition
where the ureters enter the kidneys
Term
What is the average length of the adult ureter?
Definition
10-12 inches
Term
What is the central-ray angle for a PA chest radiograph?
Definition
Perpendicular
Term
What is the central-ray angle for the AP oblique projections of the urinary system?
Definition
0 degrees
Term
What is the central-ray angulation for the AP axial urinary bladder?
Definition
10-15 degrees caudad
Term
What is the central-ray angulation for the PA axial projection of the large intestine?
Definition
Term
What is the length of the average adult small intestine?
Definition
22 feet
Term
What is the most commonrespiration phase for radiographic exposures of the stomach and intestines?
Definition
Expiration
Term
What is the most optimal position of the patient for examinations of the heart and lungs?
Definition
Upright
Term
What is the optimal respiration phase for a PA or lateral chest radiograph?
Definition
Full inspiration-second breath
Term
What is the purpose for rolling the patient's shoulders forward when positioning for a PA chest x-ray?
Definition
moves the scapulae out of the lung field
Term
What is the recommended SID for a PA chest radiograph?
Definition
72 inches
Term
What is the recommended SID for a PA oblique projection of the sternum?
Definition
30-40 inches
Term
What is the recommended oblique projection and position for the best demonstration of the esophagus?
Definition
PA and RAO
Term
What is the respiration phase for an AP abdominal radiograph done in the supine position?
Definition
expiration
Term
What is the respiration phase for the PA projection of the upper ribs?
Definition
Full inspiration
Term
What type of motion is used to cleanse the skin before venipuncture?
Definition
Circular
Term
Where do the ureters enter the bladder?
Definition
Posterior Wall
Term
Where is the IR centered for a PA oblique sternum?
Definition
seventh thoracic vertebra
Term
Where is the IR centered for all decubitus projections of the large intestine?
Definition
Iliac crests
Term
Where is the center of the IR positioned for a PA projection of sternoclavicular joints?
Definition
third thoracic vertebra
Term
Where is the center of the IR positioned for an AP abdominal radiograph(KUB) done in the supine position?
Definition
Iliac crests
Term
Where is the IR centered for nearly all abdominal radiographs taken during examinations of the urinary system?
Definition
Iliac crests
Term
Where should the patient's hands be positioned for an upright lateral sternum?
Definition
Behind the back
Term
Which of the following are essential projections/positions of the stomach and duodenum? 1.) AP projection, LAO 2.) PA projection, RAO 3.) PA projection, LAO
Definition
2 only
Term
Which of the following ensures air will rise into the fundus, and barium will flow into the body of the stomach?
Definition
RAO
Term
Which of the following form the bony thorax? 1.) sternum 2.) 12 pairs of ribs 3.) 12 thoracic vertebrae
Definition
1, 2, and 3
Term
Which of the following is true regarding nonionic contrast media? 1.) cost is higher 2.) less likely to cause a reaction 3.) less is necessary for the injection
Definition
1 and 2
Term
Which of the following is the recommended respiration phase that should be used when examining the lower ribs?
Definition
Expiration
Term
Which of the following is true regarding the kidneys?
Definition
Term
Which of the following serves as the reservoir for urine?
Definition
Term
Which ribs are demonstrated on an AP oblique (RPO/LPO) projection?
Definition
side closest to the IR
Term
Your patient is positioned in a 10-15 degree RAO to visualize the sternum. Which of the following correctly describes where the CR will enter the body?
Definition
enters elevated side of posterior thorax, approximately 1 inch lateral to the midsagittal plane
