Clinical: Spleen, Urinary, Vasc.

Question 1

Placing the patient in an oblique position and using a lateral transducer position on the lower abdomen would best demonstrate what vessels

Answer 1

common iliac arteries

Question 2

What is the top normal post-residual volume in the bladder of patients 65 and older, if measured within 5 minutes of voiding

Answer 2

<100ml

Question 3

Hypovolemic shock is a common symptom of

Answer 3

aortic rupture

Question 4

What is commonly associated with retroperitoneal fibrosis

Answer 4

scrotal swelling and pedal edema

Question 5

Describe peritoneal dialysis

Answer 5

a cleansing fluid flows is injected through an intraperitoneal catheter

Question 6

A patient presents for a post biopsy scan of the right kidney. An extracapsular hematoma is suspected. What will be the appearance of this abnormality on the image

Answer 6

free fluid with debris levels found within morrison pouch

Question 7

Where is the Doppler cursor placed in the aorta to obtain the velocity used in the renal aortic ratio

Answer 7

at the level of the renal artery origin

Question 8

What is a risk factor for the formation of splenic artery aneurysms

Answer 8

multigravida

Question 9

What frequently occurs as a late complication of pharyngitis (throat infection)

Answer 9

acute glomerulonephritis

Question 10

What correctly describes the lab values identified in a patient with acquired hemolytic anemia

Answer 10

significantly increased serum bilirubin and decreased hemoglobin levels

Question 11

A patient presents with fever, flank pain, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and positive serum and urine bacterial cultures for E. coli. These clinical findings are most suggestive of

Answer 11

emphysematous pyelonephritis