Chest And Abdomen Flashcards
What is the correct positioning for a PA chest x-ray?
The patient should be positioned upright with their chest against the film, arms raised and hands on hips.
True or False: The central ray for a PA chest x-ray should be directed at the level of T7.
True
Fill in the blank: In a lateral chest x-ray, the patient’s _____ should be perpendicular to the film.
midcoronal plane
What is the recommended SID (Source to Image Distance) for chest x-rays?
72 inches
What is the correct positioning for an AP abdomen (KUB) x-ray?
The patient should be supine with the mid-sagittal plane centered to the film.
Where should the central ray be directed for an AP abdomen x-ray?
At the level of the iliac crests.
True or False: For a lateral chest x-ray, the arms should be raised above the head.
True
What is the purpose of centering the x-ray beam correctly?
To ensure that the area of interest is adequately visualized and free of distortion.
Multiple Choice: What is the typical position for the patient during a PA chest x-ray?
a) Standing, b) Sitting, c) Supine, d) Prone
In a lateral chest x-ray, which side of the patient is typically placed against the film?
The side of interest.
What anatomical landmarks are used for centering in an AP abdomen x-ray?
The xiphoid process and the iliac crests.
True or False: The patient’s shoulders should be rolled forward for a PA chest x-ray.
True
What is the ideal exposure time for a chest x-ray to minimize motion blur?
Approximately 1/60 of a second or less.
Fill in the blank: The central ray for a lateral chest x-ray is directed to the _____ plane.
midcoronal
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a positioning requirement for a PA chest x-ray?
a) Arms at sides, b) Chin elevated, c) Shoulders rolled forward, d) Mid-sagittal plane perpendicular to the film
What should be done with the patient’s abdomen during an AP abdomen x-ray?
Ensure that it is not compressed to avoid distortion.
True or False: The lateral chest x-ray should include both the apex and the costophrenic angles.
True
What is the purpose of having the patient take a deep breath and hold it during chest x-rays?
To expand the lungs fully for better visualization.
Fill in the blank: The patient should be positioned _____ for a lateral chest x-ray.
upright
What is the significance of using a 72-inch SID for chest x-rays?
It reduces magnification of the heart and improves image quality.
True or False: The KUB x-ray is primarily used to assess the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
True
What is the recommended patient position for a lateral abdomen x-ray?
The patient should be in a lateral recumbent position.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key landmark for centering on a PA chest x-ray?
a) T7, b) L2, c) Iliac crest, d) xiphoid process
What technique should be utilized for positioning the patient’s arms during a lateral chest x-ray?
Raise arms above the head.
What anatomical structures should be visible on a properly positioned chest X-ray?
The lungs, heart, major blood vessels, diaphragm, and bony thorax.
True or False: The diaphragm should appear elevated on a properly positioned chest X-ray.
False
Fill in the blank: On a chest X-ray, the _____ should be centered in the mediastinum.
heart
What is the primary purpose of a chest X-ray?
To evaluate the lungs and heart for any abnormalities.
What should be visible in the abdomen on a properly positioned abdominal X-ray?
The liver, spleen, kidneys, bowel gas pattern, and any free air or fluid.
True or False: The aorta should be visible on a properly positioned abdominal X-ray.
True
What is the significance of the costophrenic angles on a chest X-ray?
They should be sharp and well-defined, indicating no fluid accumulation.
What is the ideal patient position for a chest X-ray?
Upright or standing.
Fill in the blank: In a chest X-ray, the _____ should not overlap with the heart.
spine
What does an abnormal gas pattern in the abdomen suggest?
Possible obstruction or perforation.
True or False: A properly positioned abdomen X-ray should show the entire abdomen.
True
What is the importance of the mid-sagittal plane in X-ray positioning?
It helps to ensure that the structures are symmetrically displayed.
What should be checked for in the lung fields on a chest X-ray?
Any signs of consolidation, fluid, or mass lesions.
What is the recommended exposure level for a clear chest X-ray?
Optimal exposure to prevent over or underexposure.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a key landmark for evaluating heart size on a chest X-ray.
diaphragm
What should be visible in the lower lung fields on a chest X-ray?
The bases of the lungs and the costophrenic angles.
True or False: The heart silhouette should be enlarged on a properly positioned chest X-ray.
False
What does the presence of free air under the diaphragm indicate on an abdominal X-ray?
Potential perforation of a hollow organ.
What is the role of the rib cage in a chest X-ray?
It provides a bony framework and helps in identifying lung borders.
Fill in the blank: The _____ should be assessed for any signs of fractures or deformities on a chest X-ray.
bony thorax
What should be the orientation of the X-ray beam for a chest X-ray?
Perpendicular to the film and at the level of the T7 vertebra.
True or False: A lateral chest X-ray is used to assess the same structures as a PA view.
False
What is the significance of the hilum on a chest X-ray?
It is the area where the bronchi, blood vessels, and nerves enter the lungs.
What should be considered when evaluating the position of the heart on a chest X-ray?
The heart should not be displaced and should be within the mediastinal borders.
