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RAD 110 Chapter 3 Final

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If the lateral decubitus position is used to demonstrate free air in the pleural cavity, on which side must the patient lie? The patient’s right side The patient’s left side Affected side Unaffected side   show
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show Increased spatial resolution of delicate lung structures Decreased magnification of the heart  
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show closer to  
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show Anterior  
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The laryngeal prominence known as the Adam’s apple is the: hyoid bone. epiglottis. thyroid cartilage. cricoid cartilage.   show
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What is the name of the double-walled serous membrane sac that encloses the lung? Pleura Costodiaphragmatic recess Lingula Pleural cavity   show
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How far above the shoulders should the IR be positioned for PA and lateral chest radiographs? 2 to 3 inches 2.5 to 3.5 inches 1 to 2 centimeters 1.5 to 2 inches   show
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show upright.  
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show larynx.  
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What is the name of the hook like process on the last tracheal cartilage? Carina Alveolus Bronchiole Larynx   show
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Why is the right lung shorter than the left lung? The position of the heart The presence of the liver The right lung has only 2 lobes The presence of the stomach   show
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show Lungs  
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show 0 degrees  
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show pleural effusion.  
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show Upright  
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Where should the CR be placed for an AP Chest X-Ray? The CR should be centered at the inferior rib margin. The CR should be centered at the jugular notch. The CR should enter 3 inches below the jugular notch.   show
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The area between the two lungs is termed the: thorax. carina. pleural space. mediastinum.   show
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The Lindblom method is used to demonstrate the: pulmonary apices. upper anterior ribs. heart and great vessels. posterior ribs.   show
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radiography of the pulmonary apices, what is the central-ray angle that can be used to project the clavicles above the apices? 15 to 20 degrees caudad 5 to 10 degrees cephalad 5 to 10 degrees caudad 15 to 20 degrees cephalad   show
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Where should the CR be placed for a PA Chest X-ray? At the vertebral prominens At the level of T7 At the inferior angle of the scapula At T9/T10   show
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Which of the following is a recommended SID for a supine AP chest radiograph? 48" 72" 120" 40"   show
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How long should the patient remain in position before making the exposure when performing a projection in the lateral or dorsal decubitus position? 5 minutes 1 minute 10 minutes 2 minutes   show
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Why is the upright left lateral position the most commonly used? Easier to visualize interlobar fissures Patient’s heart is closer to the image receptor Less chance of body rotation There is greater magnification of the heart   show
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show Affected side  
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What is the recommended SID for a PA chest radiograph? 120" 40" 48" 72"   show
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show pneumothorax.  
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What is the central-ray angle for a PA projection of the chest? Perpendicular 5 degrees cephalad Parallel 5 degrees caudad   show
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show farther from  
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How is the central ray positioned for an x-ray projection done with the patient placed in a decubitus position? Transverse Vertical Horizontal Longitudinal   show
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How many ribs should be visible above the diaphragm on a PA chest radiograph? 10 12 11 9   show
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What is the degree of body rotation for the PA oblique, LAO position of the chest during a cardiac series? 65 to 70 degrees 55 to 60 degrees 45 to 50 degrees 60 to 65 degrees   show
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How far should the patient stand in front of the grid device before leaning backward for the lordotic position? 1 foot 1½ feet ½ foot 2 feet   show
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How many bones are in the normal adult body?   show
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show Plantar  
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An oblique position in which the patient is lying on the left anterior side is termed a:   show
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show LPO (Remember, with an LPO, the left side is down and the right side it up. Also think about where the tube is as well)  
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A patient is lying supine. The x-ray tube is directed horizontally with the CR entering the right side of the body. What is the name of the position?   show
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show Horizontal/cross-table  
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A patient is erect with the left side of the chest against the IR. The CR enters the right side of the chest. What is the position?   show
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show PA  
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show • Peristalsis • Spasm • Tremor • Pain • Chill • Pulsation  
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show • Giving clear instructions to the patient.  
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12. Blood and body fluid recommendations are issued by the:   show
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show • 12; Patient  
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14. Controlling factors for magnification are:   show
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15. The phosphors in computed radiography IRs and very sensitive to:   show
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16. All of the following is affected when imaging patients who are obese:   show
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17. When should compensating filters be used?   show
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18. When should a grid be used?   show
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19. When working with larger or obese patients, what are the two major important considerations when it comes to radiographic examinations?   show
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20. The one landmark that can be palpated and used for localizing the pubic symphysis on obese patients:   show
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21. Which specific type of joint allows multiaxial movement?   show
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show • Displaced  
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show • Midcoronal  
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24. The hole in a bone for transmission of blood vessels and nerves is called a:   show
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show • AP • PA • PA Axial • Tangential  
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show • T9-T10  
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show • Meatus  
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28. Sesamoid bones are found:   show
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show • Closest to the IR  
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30. Movement of a part away from the central axis of the body or body part is termed:   show
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show • Ventral  
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32. The term that refers to parts nearer the point of attachment, or origin, is:   show
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33. In the "anatomic position," the palms of the hands are facing:   show
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34. If the CR enters the anterior body surface and exits the posterior body surface, the x-ray projection is termed:   show
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35. When trying to locate the pubic symphysis, an imaging professional will palpate the:   show
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36. Which plane specifically divides the body into equal right and left halves?   show
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show • Inversion  
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show • Bronchitis  
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41. The part of the lung that extends above the clavicle is termed the:   show
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show • 0-degrees  
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show • Lungs. • Heart • Respiratory System • Cardiac System • Lymphatic system • Inferior Esophagus • Thymus Gland  
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show • Farther From  
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45. After entering the hilum, each primary bronchus divides. How many primary branches are in the right lung?   show
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46. In this PA Oblique projection of the chest, what position is the patient in?   show
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show • LPO (Posterior or Dorsal Surface is touching the IR with the Right side elevated toward the tube – side that is closest to the IR is the area of interest) • The AP Obliques are also positioned in a 45° rotation  
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49. Which plane must be accurately parallel with the IR to prevent distortion of the thoracic structures during a lateral chest radiograph?   show
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show • Alveoli  
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show • Supine  
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55. For AP oblique projections of the chest, the side of interest is generally the side _____ the IR.   show
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57. When the hand is turned toward the ulnar side, it is termed:   show
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58. Oblique positions are always named according to the side of the patient that is:   show
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show • Anatomic  
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61. This minimizes the amount of radiation to the patient by restricting exposure (Beam) to essential anatomy:   show
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62. The radiographer's responsibility is to select the combination of _______ that produces the desired quality of radiographs for each region of the body and to standardize this quality.   show
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show • 10  
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show • Spatial Resolution  
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65. Which of the following belong on all radiographs?   show
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show • Magnification • Spatial resolution • Dose  
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show one saddle  
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show Aspiration pneumonia  
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The following structures are located/associated within the mediastinum:   show
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show the terminal bronchial  
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A Chronic condition with persistent obstruction of the bronchial airflow is termed   show
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show affected side  
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When positioning for a PA CXR, make sure to   show
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show left lung  
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