Chest X-Ray Flashcards
1
Q
What is the dose of radiation from a chest x-ray?
A
0.02 mSv
2
Q
What is the most common projection for a chest X-ray?
A
Posterior-Anterior (PA)
3
Q
What 3 things do we need to be able to see on an x-ray?
A
1st rib, lateral margin of ribs and costophrenic angle
4
Q
How do you ensure there is no rotation on an x-ray?
A
The spinous processes should be in the middles of the clavicles
5
Q
Which 2 things show there is adequate penetration in an x-ray?
A
Vertebrae visible through the heart an complete left hemidiaphragm is visible
6
Q
What structures show the left and right cardiac contours?
A
Right = Right atrium, Left = Left ventricle
7
Q
Name 4 things that can be consolidation
A
Pus, blood, fluid, and cells
