Ch 10 Ribs/Sternum

Question 1

Numbers for false ribs:
True ribs
False ribs
Floating ribs

Answer 1

1-7
8-12
11,12

Question 2

What level are these at;
Jugular notch
Sternal angle
Xiphoid process
Costal margin

Answer 2

T2-T3
T4-T5
T9-T10
L2-L3

Question 3

The upper portion of sternum is:
Most inferior portion:
Anterior end of rib
Posterior end of rib

Answer 3

Manubrium
Xiphoid process
Sternal end
Vertebral end

Question 4

Increases density of metastasis

Decreased density;destructive

Answer 4

Destructive:osteolytic?

Osteoblastic

Question 5

The CR centered at for PA projection of sternoclavicular joints?

Answer 5

Level T2-T3

Question 6

RAO sternum requires what breathing technique

Answer 6

Orthostatic breathing or on expiration

Question 7

RAO sternum obliques rotation?
Axiallary oblique rotation?
Sternoclavicular joints rotation?

Answer 7

15-20 degrees
45 degrees
10-15 degrees

Question 8

2 separate X-rays for ribs
Above diaphragm and below diaphragm:
What are the instructions for both

Answer 8

Above diaphragm: lower KV, erect position, expose on inspiration!
Below diaphragm: higher kV, supine position on expiration!

Question 9

What can be used to mark where the area of injury is?

Answer 9

A small metallic BB or small radiopaque marker