Ch7 Final Review Flashcards
A nontrauma patient comes to radiology with a history of chronic pain of the right hip. The patient is ambulatory but has not had previous radiographs taken of that hip. Which of the following routines would be best suited for this patient?
AP pelvis and axiolateral frog-leg (modified Cleaves) projections of the right hip
Which of the following projections would be best for a patient with limited movement of both lower limbs (in addition to the AP pelvis)?
Modified axiolateral (Clements-Nakayama method)
Which of the following lateral hip projections cannot be performed on a trauma patient with a possible hip fracture?
Modified Cleaves method
A patient enters the ER with a possible pelvic ring fracture due to an MVA. The initial pelvis projections do not reveal any fracture or dislocation, but the ER physician is concerned about a possible right acetabular fracture. Which of the following projections will best demonstrate the right acetabulum?
Posterior oblique pelvis projection (Judet method)
Which of the following conditions will produce the radiographic sign
referred to as “bamboo spine”?
Ankylosing spondylitis
The use of the 80 to 90 kV (analog) technique (as opposed to 70 kV) with
a corresponding mAs change for an AP pelvis projection will result in:
reduction in gonadal dose.
During a repeat study of the AP axial (Taylor) outlet projection, both obturator foramina are symmetric but foreshortened. Which of the following positioning modifications must be performed to correct this error?
Increase the cephalic CR angulation.
A patient enters the ER with possible bilateral fractured hips. Which of the
following routines should be performed?
AP pelvis and modified axiolateral (Clements-Nakayama method) projections for both hips
A radiograph of a unilateral frog-leg (modified Cleaves method) projection
reveals that the femoral neck is foreshortened and distorted. The radiologist is concerned about pathology involving the neck. What can the technologist do to improve the visibility of the femoral neck without foreshortening during the repeat exposure?
Decrease the abduction of the femur to 20° to 30° from vertical.
The image receptor must be placed parallel to the femoral neck for the axiolateral (inferosuperior) projection of the hip.
True
A radiograph of an axiolateral (inferosuperior) projection of the hip reveals a soft tissue artifact seen across the affected hip. This artifact prevents a clear view of the femoral head and neck. What must the technologist do to eliminate this artifact or its effect during the repeat exposure?
Increase the elevation and flexion of the patient’s unaffected leg.
What type of CR angle is required for the AP axial, inlet projection?
. 40° caudad
A radiograph of an AP pelvis demonstrates that the right obturator foramen is foreshortened but the left foramen is open. Which one of the following positioning errors is present on this radiograph?
Right rotation
A radiograph of an AP pelvis reveals that the left obturator foramen is more open or elongated as compared with the right. What is the specific positioning error present on this radiograph?
Right rotation
Why must the lower limb be rotated 15° to 20° internally for AP pelvis projection (nontrauma)?
To place the femoral neck parallel to the image receptor
Which of the following projections requires that the IR be tilted 15° from the vertical plane?
Modified axiolateral projection (Clements-Nakayama method)
A patient enters the ED with a possible separation of the symphysis pubis caused by trauma. The AP pelvis projection is inconclusive for determining the extent of the injury. What other projection can be taken to evaluate this region without excessive movement of the patient?
AP axial (Taylor) outlet projection
Where is the CR placed for an AP projection of the pelvis?
Midway between the ASIS and the symphysis pubis
A PA axial oblique projection (Teufel method) is performed on a patient. The resultant radiograph demonstrates distortion of the acetabulum. The following positioning factors were used: 40° anterior oblique, 12° cephalad CR angle, and CR centered to the upside hip (acetabulum). What needs to be modified during the repeat exposure?
Center CR to downside hip (acetabulum).
A radiograph of an AP pelvis reveals that the right iliac wing is foreshortened as compared with the left side. What specific positioning problem is present on this radiograph?
CR centering or angulation
A patient enters the emergency department (ED) having sustained trauma to the pelvis. The patient’s main complaint is about her left hip. Which of the following projections should be taken first to rule out fracture or dislocation?
AP pelvis
A radiograph of an axiolateral (inferosuperior) projection reveals that there is an excessive amount of grid lines present. A 6:1 linear grid was used. Which of the following points will correct this problem on the repeat exposure?
Keep the image receptor and grid parallel to the femoral neck and perpendicular to the CR.
A patient comes to radiology with a request for a right hip study. He is from an extended care facility and is confused about the cause of the injury. The technologist takes an AP pelvis, and when the lateral frog-leg projection is attempted, the patient complains loudly about the pain in his affected hip. What should the technologist do to complete the study?
a. Perform the axiolateral (inferosuperior) projection.
Which of the following positions will best demonstrate the posterior (ilioischial) column and anterior (iliopubic) column of the pelvis?
Posterior oblique (Judet method)
A radiograph of an AP pelvis reveals that the lesser trochanters are not visualized. This pelvis projection was performed for nontraumatic reasons. What should the technologist do (if anything) to correct this on the repeat exposure?
Do nothing. Accept the radiograph and do not repeat the exposure.
Which of the following pathologic conditions often occurs in males older than the age of 45 years?
Chondrosarcoma
Which of the following imaging modalities will best detect early signs of bone infection of the pelvis?
Nuclear medicine