DXA Module 12

Question 1

What bony external landmark of the forearm is used?

Answer 1

ulnar styloid process

Question 2

The 50% region of the forearm overlies which area of forearm anatomy?

Answer 2

mid-radius

Question 3

According to the ISCD 2015 position statements, what forearm site can be used for diagnosis of osteoporosis?

Answer 3

the 33% region of the radius

Question 4

What is a common location for a Colles fracture?

Answer 4

ultra distal region

Question 5

How must a patient’s legs be during a forearm DXA scan?

Answer 5

feet flat on the floor

Question 6

Should chairs used for DXA scanning have wheels or arms?

Answer 6

no

Question 7

What is a common patient-related challenge in forearm scanning?

Answer 7

kyphosis

Question 8

What is the appropriate correction if you notice an error in the baseline analysis?

Answer 8

reanalyze the old scan

Question 9

What patient condition can result in poor bone-edge detection?

Answer 9

low bone mineral density (makes the edges less distinct)