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Ch 13- Lower GI
Bontrager ch 13 self test questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| During life, how long is the entire small intestine? | 15-18 Feet |
| Which aspect of the small intestine is considered the longest? | Ileum |
| Which aspect of the small intestine possesses the smallest diameter? | Ileum |
| The part of the intestine with a feathery an coiled spring appearance when filled with barium is the: | Jejunum |
| List two aspects of the large intestine not considered part of the colon | Cecum and rectum |
| What is the correct term for the appendix? | Vermiform |
| True/false? The rectum possesses two anteroposterior curves that have a direct impact on rectal enema tip insertions | True |
| True/false? The small sacculations found within the jejunum are called haustra | False |
| Which colic flexure is located 1-2 inches higher in the abdomen? | Left- Right is displaced by the liver in the RUQ |
| What is the name for the band of muscular tissue found at the junction of the duodenum and jejunum? | Suspensory ligament of the duodenum |
| Which sections of the GI tract are intraperitoneal? | Cecum, transverse colon, sigmoid colon |
| Which sections of the GI tract are retroperitoneal? | Ascending colon, descending colon, upper rectum |
| Which sections of the GI tract are infraperitoneal? | Lower rectum |
| Where does the reabsorption of inorganic salts occur? | Large intestine |
| What digestive movement occurs in the small intestine? | Rhythmic segmentation |
| Telescoping of the bowel into another aspect of it | Intussusception |
| A new growth extending from the mucosal wall | Polyp |
| A twisting of the intestine on its own mesentery | Volvulus |
| Condition of small herniations present along the intestinal wall | Diverticulosis |
| Chronic inflammatory condition of the small intestine | Crohn's disease |
| Outpouchings located in the distal ileum | Meckel's diverticulum |
| Unable to process certain nutrients | Malabsorption syndrome |
| May be caused by cutting off blood supply to it or the small intestine | Appendicitis |
| Inflammation of the small intestine | Enteritis |
| Inflammation of small herniations in the intestinal wall | Diverticulitis |
| Caused by a flagellate protozoan | Giardiasis |
| Disorder of proximal small intestine | Whipple's disease |
| Chronic inflammatory condition of the large intestine | Ulcerative colitis |
| Condition that presents with a tapered or corkscrew radiographic appearance | Volvulus |
| Presents with an apple core lesion radiographic appearance | Neoplasm |
| Has a string sign radiographic appearance | Regional enteritis |
| Radiographic appearance of a dilation of the intestine with thickening of the circular folds | Giardiasis |
| Stove pipe radiographic appearance of the colon | Ulcerative colitis |
| Mushroom shaped dilation with a small amount of barium extending beyond it in a barium study | Intussusception |
| Jagged or sawtooth radiographic appearance of the intestinal wall | Diverticulosis |
| Inward growth from intestinal wall | Polyp |
| ______ is a group of intestinal malabsoption diseases involving the inability to absorb certain proteins and dietary fats. | Sprue |
| Which radiographic procedure is performed to diagnose intussusception? | Barium Enema |
| True/false? Barium enema is recommended to diagnose acute appendicitis | False |
| Why is PA rather than AP recumbent recommended for a small bowel series? | The compression on the stomach helps to spread out the bowels |
| What is the minimum amount of time a patient needs to remain NPO before a small bowel series? | 8 hours |
| What is another term for a laxative? | Cathartics |
| Which type of rectal enema tip is ideal for the patient with a relaxed anal sphincter? | Rectal retention tip |
| True/false? Natural latex based gloves are safe to be worn by all techs | False- some people have latex allergies which can be very severe |
| Which drug can be added to the barium for minimizing intestinal spasm during a BE? | Lidocaine |
| What breathing instructions should be given to a patient during insertion of BE tip? | Breathe through the mouth |
| What procedure is best used to diagnose a prolapse of the rectum? | Proctogram |
| Which type of health conditions may restrict use of glucagon during a BE | Diabetes |
| Which region of the large intestine must be visualized during an evacuative proctogram study? | Anorectal angle |
| True/false? A small balloon rention catheter may be placed within the stoma of the colostomy to deliver contrast media during a BE | True |
| Which oblique position would best demonstrate the ascending colon and right colic flexure? | RAO |
| What is the average amount of time it takes for barium to pass through the ileocecal sphincter? | 2-3 hours |
| What contrast medium would be used during an evaluative proctogram? | Anatrast |
| How much body rotation is required for an LAO during a BE? | 35-45 degrees |
| True/false? For a hypersthenic patient, a 14x17 film placed lengthwise and centered properly will include the entire large intestine. | False |
| What shielding should be used on a BE? | As much as possible without obscuring anatomy |
| RAO best demonstrates ____ flexure with IR centered to ______ | Right, iliaccrest |
| LAO best demonstrates the ____ flexure with the CR and IR centered to ____ | Left, 1-2 inches above Iliac crest |
| During a BE, a possible polyp is on the left colic flexure. What should it be viewed with? | RPO |
| A patient has a history of regional enteritis, what should be performed to test for it? | Enteroclysis |
| A patient has a history of Meckel's, What radiographic procedure should be performed? | Nuclear medicine scar |
| A patient has a history of giardiasis. She is scheduled for a BE. What precautions should be taken? | Gloves, surgical mask, and eye wear protection |
| True/false? Transit of time of barium through the small intestine of a pediatric patient is usually less than that required for an adult. | True |
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