Ch. 14 Flashcards

1
Q

Voluntary motion is under the control of the:

A

Patient

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2
Q

A key component to effective communication with the patient is

A

Establishing rapport

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3
Q

What is the most commonly used in mobilization device?

A

Positioning Sponge

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4
Q

What might be used in immobilize a patient for an upright lateral chest radiograph?

A

Velcro straps

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5
Q

What is an example of a spinal trauma immobilization device?

A

Backboard

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6
Q

When is removing a cervical collar permissible?

A

After the physician has reviewed the images and determined it is safe

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7
Q

What immobilization device is radiopaque?

A

Sand bag

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8
Q

One of the many factors that affect diagnostic quality is ______

A

Motion

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9
Q

Is all motion bad?

A

No

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10
Q

What is the difference between voluntary motion and involuntary motion?
given example of each.

A

Voluntary- Can control (Breathing)
Involuntary- Cannot be controlled (Tremors, Tics)

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11
Q

Examples of immobilization devices

A

Spine Board, Cervical Collar, Sandbags, etc.

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12
Q

What are the two key essentials for effective communication?

A

Explain what you were doing and establish rapport

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13
Q

Are sandbags radiolucent and radiopaque?

A

Radiopaque (will show up on an image!)

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14
Q

The most common spinal trauma traction device is the ______

A

cervical collar

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15
Q

What radiographic positions can be used to image the cervical spine in a cervical collar due to a trauma situation?

A

Cross table lateral; AP & AP open mouth

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16
Q

Ambulatory means:

A

able to work

17
Q

Anteroposterior means:

A

Direction of the x ray beam from front to back

18
Q

Artifacts are:

A

Substances or structures not naturally present, but of which in authentic image appears on an image

19
Q

Axial projection

A

Any projection not at right angles to the long axis of an anatomic structure

20
Q

Empathy

A

Recognition of and entering into the feelings of another person

21
Q

Plantar surface

A

Sole of the foot

22
Q

Rapport

A

Relation of harmony and accord between two persons

23
Q

Three things to consider when imaging a geriatric patient

A

Fear of falling, keep patient warm, keep them comfortable

24
Q

Stretchable cotton fabric in shape of a sleeve that is pulled over fractured before plaster cast is applied

A

Stockinette

25
Q

One of the most effective simple, inexpensive and reliable method to restrain children is ___

A

The Mummy Wrap

26
Q

Immobilization

A

Act of rendering immovable

27
Q

Restraint

A

Hindrance of an action (movement)

28
Q

Communication is:

A

One of the most effective means of reducing patient motion on the part of the patient, one of the simplest and overlooked

29
Q

Trauma

A

Wound or injury

30
Q

Immobilization method to secure trauma patient to a ____ to facilitate transport to the ER and minimize the possibility of severe complications

A

Backboard

31
Q

What can be used as an effective restraining or positioning device that is radiolucent?

A

Velcro Straps

32
Q

Can be attached to the radiographic table. Designed for the strict use of positioning various projections of the skull. Serve as a reminder of the importance of keeping still

A

Head Clamps

33
Q

Inflation or traction splints are used…

A

for lower extremities