Chapter 14 Test Flashcards
Which of the following immobilization devices is used to help keep the patient from falling off the table?
a.) sandbags
b.) positioning sponges
c.) velcro restraints
d.) head clamps
c.) velcro restraints
For which of the following fractures would traction splints be used?
a.) humerus
b.) femur
c.) radius
d.) shoulder
b.) femur
When immobilization techniques are used, which radiographic factor is being controlled?
a.) contrast
b.) density
c.) motion
d.) distortion
c.) motion
Which of the following statements describes the advantages of using a spine board?
a.) it can be used to lift the entire patient onto the radiographic table
b.) it is radiolucent, therefore the entire body can be radiographed through the board
c.) it places traction on the cervical spine to prevent further movement
d.) a and b
e.) all of the above
e.) all of the above
Positioning sponges are the most commonly used immobilization devices.
a.) true
b.) false
a.) true
For a patient with internal bleeding of the abdomen and unstable vital signs, paramedics will apply which of the following immobilization devices?
a.) a cervical collar
b.) an air aplint
c.) inflatable trousers
d.) traction splints
c.) inflatable trousers
Spine boards or backboards are used only for patients with spinal injuries.
a.) true
b.) false
b.) false
All of the following statements refer to velcro strap restraints except:
a.) they adjust to any size patient
b.) they reduce physical strain on the patient from holding a position
c.) they can adjust to any part of the body
d.) they easily attach to the radiographic table
b.) they reduce physical strain on the patient from holding a position
An effective way to reduce motion is to:
a.) communicate with the patient
b.) increase the exposure time
c.) decrease the SID
d.) place sandbags over the affected side
a.) communicate with the patient
Traction splints should be removed for radiographic procedures.
a.) true
b.) false
b.) false
The purpose of the cervical spine is to:
a.) prevent hemorrhaging of carotid arteries
b.) place traction on the spine to prevent movement
c.) reduce the possibility of aspiration
d.) immobilize the entire vertebral column
b.) place traction on the spine to prevent movement
What is the difference between an air splint and a traction splint used on the lower leg?
a.) an air splint provides stability
b.) a traction splint is radiolucent
c.) an air splint is radiopaque
d.) a traction splint prevents hemmorhaging
a.) an air splint provides stability
Tape, velcro straps, and plexiglass all can be useful immobilization devices.
a.) true
b.) false
a.) true
The purpose of inflatable trousers is to:
a.) slow the rate of hemmorhage
b.) immobilize a fractured femur
c.) provide support for the entire body
d.) place traction on the lower limbs
a.) slow the rate of hemmorhage
Orthopedic traction is a mechanical method that is employed to relieve muscle spasms, spinal stress and align fractures.
a.) true
b.) false
a.) true
All of the following radigraphy procedures can involve the use of positioning sponges except procedures for the:
a.) lateral hand
b.) PA chest
c.) oblique lumbar spine
d.) lateral fingers
b.) PA chest
Proper immobilization can increase the need for repeat radiographs and increase radiation exposure.
a.) true
b.) false
b.) false
A sandbag cannot be placed directly over the injured site for which of the following reasons?
a.) because it is radiopaque
b.) because it is radiolucent
c.) because it reduces physical strain
d.) because it reduces radiographic density
a.) becuase it is radiopaque
Why are velcro straps used for the axial projections of the calcaneus?
a.) they reduce foot motion
b.) they assist the patient in dorsiflexing the foot
c.) they protect the patient from falling
d.) they support the ankle, preventing further injury
b.) they assist the patient in dorsiflexing the foot
Which of the following immobilization devices is/are useful for pediatric imaging?
a.) pigg-o-stat
b.) octastop board
c.) sheet restraint
d.) a and b
e.) all of the above
e.) all of the above
Eye level with the child and maintaining distance is most helpful way of communicating with small children.
a.) true
b.) false
a.) true
Which of the followign immobilization devices is radiopaque>
a.) sponges
b.) spine boards
c.) air splints
d.) sandbags
d.) sandbags
What is meant by the statement “to stand tall in pediatric radiology, you have to get down on your knees”?
a.) radiographers need to explain the procedures to the patients
b.) communication with the patient is best accomplished at eye level
c.) children are too short to have erect chest films taken
b.) communication with the patient is best accomplished at eye level
Which of the following immobilization devices is used for a lateral chest film on a patient who has not been a regular ambulatory patient for a time and may be unsteady?
a.) positioning sponge
b.) sandbags
c.) sheet restraint
d.) velcro straps
d.) velcro straps
Head clamps help immobilize the head and cervical spine.
a.) true
b.) false
b.) false
Which of the following statements is true about immobilization devices applied to trauma patients?
a.) they must be removed before the initial radiographic procedures
b.) they can be removed by the emergency department nurse before initial filming
c.) they must be left in place during initial filming
d.) they can be removed if the area of injury is unstable
c.) they must be left in place during initial filming
Which of the following body parts does a backboard immobilize?
a.) the thoracic spine
b.) the pelvis
c.) the lower extremities
d.) all of the above
d.) all of the above
