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Exam 1 - Chapter 1+2 Flashcards

1
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the energy that is transmitted by waves through space or a medium.

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Radiation

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2
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the capacity to operate or work.

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Energy

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any process by which a neutral atom gains or looses an electron, thus acquiring a net charge.

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Ionization

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the making of records of internal structures of the body by passages of x-rays or gamma rays through the body to act on specially sensitized film or imaging plate or system.

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Radiography

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5
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When did radiologic technology begin?

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November 8, 1895

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6
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Who discovered X-rays? (spell it)

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Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen

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A general term applied to persons qualified to use x-rays or radioactive substances to produce images of the internal parts of the body for interpretation by a specialized physician

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Radiologic technologist

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8
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involves the use of x-rays or radioactive substances in the treatment of disease.

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Radiologic technology

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what is the difference between a technician and a technologist?

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a technologist applies knowledge to problems encountered on the job and a technician works in a tire shop.

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10
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radiologic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system.

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Cardiovascular interventional technology (CVIT)

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what procedures involve injections of iodinated contrast media for diagnosing diseases of the heart and blood vessels?

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CVIT (cardiovascular interventional technology)

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12
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Radiography of the breast

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mammography

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13
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an advanced level radiographer who extends the capacity of the radiologist in the diagnostic imaging environment, thereby enhancing patient care.

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Radiology assistant

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14
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the branch of radiology that involves the introductions of radioactive substances into the body for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

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Nuclear medicine

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15
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a person who administers radiation treatments to patients according to the prescription and instructions of the physician.

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Radiation therapy

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16
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What type of physician prescribes radiation treatments?

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Radiation Oncologist

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17
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What type of physician interprets/reads x-rays, CTs, MRIs, and other diagnostic tests?

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Radiologist

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18
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Branch of radiology involved in the treatment of disease by the means of x-rays or radioactive substances.

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Radiation Therapy

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19
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the measurement of bone density using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry to detect osteoporosis.

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Bone densitometry

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20
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the recording of a predetermined plane in the body using an x-ray beam that is measured, recorded, and then processed by a computer for display on a monitor.

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Computed Tomography

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21
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the visualization of structures of the body by recording the reflections of pulses of high-frequency sound waves directed into the tissue.

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Diagnostic medical sonography

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22
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process of using a magnetic field and radio-frequencies to create sectional images of the body

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging ( MRI )

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23
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what are the 2 principle types of physicians?

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M.D. and D.O.

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24
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provides direct patient care, typically under the direction of physicians.

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Nurses

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25
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someone who teaches useful skills to patients with physical or emotional illnesses.

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Occupational Therapist

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26
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someone who helps restore muscle strength and coordination through exercise and use of special devices.

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Physical Therapy

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27
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someone who treats cancer patients using high-energy x-rays and gamma rays.

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Radiation Therapist

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someone who helps treat patients with breathing difficulties.

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Respiratory Therapist

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29
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involve careers that are responsible for management of health information, such as that contained in the patients health records.

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Health Information Services

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30
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a physician who specializes in the use of x-rays and other forms of both ionizing and non-ionizing radiation in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

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Radiologist

31
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branch of the health sciences dealing with radioactive substances and radiant energy and with the diagnosis and treatment of disease by means of both ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.

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Radiology

32
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synonym for x-ray

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Roentgen Ray

33
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electromagnetic radiation of short wavelength that is produced when electrons moving at high velocity are suddenly stopped.

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X-Ray

34
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the creation of sectional images of the body that demonstrate the physiologic function of various organs and systems.

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Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

35
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special protection should be taken to prevent excessive exposure to _____

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Ionizing radiation

36
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what specialty uses a non-ionizing forms of radiation?

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Sonography

37
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an individual who specializes in using x-rays to create images of the body is known as a _______

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Radiographer

38
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an effective treatment of atherosclerosis that uses a special catheter with a balloon tip is termed ________

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Angioplasty

39
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the study of diseases of muscles and bones is termed ______

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Orthopedics

40
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an individual who is specialized in carrying out treatments designed to correct or improve the function of a particular body part or system is known as a ______

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Therapist

41
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Voluntary peer-review process through which an agency grants recognition to an institution for a program of study that meets specified criteria.

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Accreditation

42
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Voluntary process through which an agency grants recognition to an individual on demonstration, usually by examination of specialized professional skills

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Certification

43
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document specifying the minimum quality standards for the accreditation of an educational program as approved by the appropriate joint review committee sponsors

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Essentials and guidelines

44
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Group of persons appointed by sponsoring organizations to oversee the accreditation process

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JRC (Joint review committee)

45
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Process by which a governmental agency (usually a state) grants permission to individuals to practice their profession

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Licensure

46
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List of individuals holding certification credentials in a particular profession

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Registry

47
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Professional organization that appoints members to a joint review committee

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Sponsoring organization

48
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document specifying the minimum requirements for accreditation of an educational program by a joint review committee

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Standards

49
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What organization certifies individuals in radiography?

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ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

50
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What organization represents the interests of radiologic technologists to the public and federal government?

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ASRT (American Society of Radiologic Technologists)

51
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What purpose is served by the standards document for a profession?

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it specifies the requirements for accreditation of an educational program by a joint review committee

52
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What title is granted to a radiographer after successful completion of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist’s examination in radiography ?

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registered technologist, radiographer

53
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Which of the following organizations is a sponsor of the (JRCERT) Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the (ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists?

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(ASRT) American Society of Radiologic Technologists

54
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Approximately how many individuals are registered by the (ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists?

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330,000

55
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List the 4 steps in the process of accreditation

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1) application 2) upon approval, a self-study is performed 3) a site study is done by volunteers 4) all information is presented to a board for a vote

56
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What are some reasons to gain accreditation from the JRCERT?

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~insurance purposes ~to receives grants ~better program standards ~to qualify students to take the ARRT exam

57
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Being accredited means that we have _________ demonstrated __________ with education standards developed by and for the profession.

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Satisfactorily, compliance

58
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DCH school of radiology received a ________ status from the JRCERT on their last site visit.

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3 year

59
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Accreditation award classifications include __________, __________, and up to an _________ status.

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Provisional, probationary, 8 year

60
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Radiology schools ________ have to be accredited but most schools do.

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do not

61
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What organization was established in 1934?

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ABR

62
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What organization was established in in 1975?

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ARDMS

63
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What organization was established in 1922?

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ARRT

64
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What organization was established in 1979?

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JRCDMS

65
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What organization was established in 1970?

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JRCNMT

66
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What organization was established in 1900?

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ARRS

67
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What organization was established in 1920?

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ASRT

68
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What organization was established in 1969?

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JRCERT

69
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Who publishes the Radiology Managment Journal ?

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AHRA

70
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Who publishes the Radiologic Technology Journal ?

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ASRT

71
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Who publishes the American Journal of Roentgenology ?

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ARRS

72
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Who publishes the Journal “Radiology” ?

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RSNA

73
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Who publishes the Journal of the American Medical Association ?

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AMA

74
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What journal is the most widley distributed journal in the world?

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The Journal of the American Medical Association

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