Ch. 6 - General Procedural Considerations

Question 1

The plane that passes vertically through the body dividing into anterior and posterior halves is termed the

Answer 1

Mid-coronal Plane

Question 2

The position of the asthenic stomach, as compared with the position of the sthenic stomach, is more

Answer 2

Inferior and Medial

Question 3

What is the relationship between the MSP and MCP?

Answer 3

Perpendicular

Question 4

With the patient recumbent with feet positioned at a level lower than the head, the patient is said to be in the

Answer 4

Fowler’s Position

Question 5

Prior to x-ray examinations of the skull and cervical spine, the patient should remove (3)

Answer 5

• Dentures.
• Earrings.
• Necklaces.
  (any artifacts)

Question 6

Image identification markers should include (3)

Answer 6

• Patient’s name and/or ID number.
• Date.
• A right or left marker.

Question 7

The radiographer should be able to (3)

Answer 7

• Take a short patient history prior to the examination.
• Modify routine protocol to obtain similar images of patients who are unable to move.
• Evaluate patient condition and needs.

Question 8

The best way to control voluntary motion is

Answer 8

Careful explanation

Question 9

Before bringing the patient into the radiographic room, the radiographer should (3)

Answer 9

• Be certain that the x-ray room is clean and orderly.
• Check that all necessary accessories are available in the room.
• Check that x-ray table is clean and pillowcases are fresh.

Question 10

The lower portion of the costal margin is approx at the same level as that of the

Answer 10

Third lumbar vertebrae