Abdomen Quiz Flashcards
What must be seen on upright abdomen projection?
a.) bladder
b.) diaphragm
c.) lungs
d.) sacrum
b.) diaphragm
What should be checked to ensure there is no rotation of the abdomen? Choose all that apply.
a.) pelvis
b.) feet
c.) shoulders
a.) pelvis
c.) shoulders
What is the SID for all abdomen projections?
a.) 48’’
b.) 40’’
c.) 36’’
d.) 72’’
b.) 40’’
Which part of the pelvis should be checked in order to ensure no rotation of abdomen?
a.) iliac crest
b.) symphysis pubis
c.) sacrum
d.) ASIS
d.) ASIS
What is the main purpose for upright/ erect abdomen? Choose all that apply.
a.) free air
b.) looking for air fluid levels
c.) gas in colon
d.) full bladder
a.) free air
b.) looking for air fluid levels
Which of the following should be seen on a KUB radiograph?
a.) kidneys
b.) ureter
c.) bladder
d.) diaphragm
a.) kidneys
b.) ureter
c.) bladder
Where is the CR directed for the upright/erect abdomen?
a.) at level of iliac crest
b.) at level of ASIS
c.) 2’’ above bladder
d.) 2’’ above iliac crest
d.) 2’’ above iliac crest
What three projections must be performed when an upright abdominal series is ordered?
a.) PA chest
b.) upright abdomen
c.) supine abdomen
d.) lateral abdomen
a.) PA chest
b.) upright abdomen
c.) supine abdomen
Where is the CR directed for supine abdomen radiograph?
a.) level of iliac crest
b.) 2’’ above iliac crest
c.) at the level of ASIS
d.) 2’’ above bladder
a.) level of iliac crest
What is the correct respiration for all abdomen radiographs?
a.) end of inspiration
b.) breathe normally
c.) hold your breath
d.) end of expiration
d.) end of expiration
when should a lateral decubitus abdomen be performed on a patient?
a.) non-ambulatory patients
b.) ambulatory patients
c.) only on patients who use a wlker
a.) non ambulatory patients
