Diagnostics Flashcards
1
Q
Area of interest should fill how much of US screen
A
2/3
2
Q
Gain on US adjusts for
A
Intensity of returned echoes, brightness
3
Q
Measure JVP with which US probe
A
Linear
4
Q
What causes JVP distention?
A
PQRST - pericardial effusion, quantity of volume, RS heart failure, SVC obstruction, tricuspid valve issues
5
Q
CXR approach “RIPE” stands for
A
Rotation, inspiration, penetration, effusion
6
Q
Cardiomegaly assessed on a PA film is defined as the cardiac silhouette taking up
A
> 50%
7
Q
Eggshell calcification of a hepatic cyst on CT is highly suggestive of
A
Hydatid cyst
