3.7 Pulmonary Imaging Problem Set

Question 1

Is the pleural space typically seen on x-ray?

Answer 1

No, is a potential space that is visible when something is in it

Question 2

What is the definition of a pneumothorax and how does the patient typically present?

Answer 2

Pneumothorax is when there is an accumulation of air or gas in the pleural space and the patient presents with sudden unilateral chest pain and shortness of breath

Question 3

Can you identify the pneumothorax?

Answer 3

follow arrows

Question 4

On image, you find a shift in the mediastinum. What type of pneumothorax would cause this?

Answer 4

Tension pneumothorax with air/gas flowing in but not getting out

Question 5

Does inspiration or expiration make it easier to identify a potential pneumothorax?

Answer 5

Expiration

Question 6

What is your diagnosis?

Answer 6

Right middle lung pneumonia

Question 7

What are some of the radiographic signs for pulmonary edema?

Answer 7

Cardiac enlargement, interstitial edema (Kerley B lines), alveolar edema, pleural effusion