C16: Review Questions Flashcards
- What type of tape should be used for immobilization of a pediatric patient?
hypoallergenic
- Which of the following examinations is often performed to determine the extent of cretinism?
long bone studies
- Premature closure of the cranial sutures is a condition termed _____.
craniostenosis
- Which of the following methods or techniques is used to examine the extent of clubfoot?
kite method
- Where is the CR centered for an erect AP projection of the abdomen on an infant?
a. 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the umbilicus
- A viral infection, primarily seen in children ages 1 to 3 years old, that is evidenced by labored breathing and a harsh dry cough that is sometimes accompanied by fever is termed:
croup
- A bacterial infection of the epiglottis, most common in children 2 to 5 years old, which is a serious condition that can rapidly become fatal is termed:
epiglottis
- An inherited disease in which secretions of heavy mucus cause progressive “clogging” of bronchi and bronchioles is termed:
c. cystic fibrosis.
- Which condition or disease is best demonstrated with an AP and lateral chest examination?
b. Meconium aspiration
- Where is the CR directed for an AP projection of the chest with the patient supine?
b. Perpendicular to the MSP at the level of the midthorax, approximately at the mammillary line
- Where is the CR directed for the AP Towne skull?
c. Centered to glabella, 30-degree caudad to OML.
- Where is the CR directed for the AP reverse Caldwell skull?
b. Centered to glabella, 15-degree cephalad to OML.
- Where is the CR directed for the AP skull?
a. Centered to glabella, parallel to the OML.
- Where is the CR directed for an AP supine projection of the abdomen for infants and small children?
a. Perpendicular to and directed to the center of the IR about 1 inch above the umbilicus
- Where is the CR directed for an AP supine projection of the abdomen for older children and adolescents?
b. Perpendicular to and directed to the center of the IR at the level of the iliac crest
- What are the clinical indications for a VCUG?
a. Vesicoureteral reflux
- A skeletal survey, for suspected child abuse, includes which radiographic examinations?
AP and lateral chest; AP and lateral skull; AP abdomen to include the pelvis
- Which of the following is the most common form of immobilization for pediatric patients?
b. Pigg-O-Stat
- Which of the following methods is to minimize radiation exposure when imaging pediatric patients?
close collimation, low dosage techniques, gonadal shielding
- Which of the following is a classification of child abuse?
neglect, psychological maltreatment, and physical abuse
