EXAM #5 (UGI, BE, BILIARY) Flashcards
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Begins at junction of _____ _____ and ends at _____
Forms an arch around the loops of _____ _____
Four main parts:
?
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Begins at junction of small intestine and ends at anus
Forms an arch around the loops of small intestine
Four main parts: Cecum Colon Rectum Anal canal
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Approximately __ feet long
_____ = series of pouches along large intestine
_____ = muscular bands that form haustra
_____ is pouchlike portion below the junction of the ileum and colon
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Approximately 5 feet long
Haustra = series of pouches along large intestine
Taeniae coli = muscular bands that form haustra
Cecum is pouchlike portion below the junction of the ileum and colon
Anatomy: Large Intestine
_____ = attached to posteromedial side of cecum (appendix)
Colon has four portions: \_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Vermiform appendix = attached to posteromedial side of cecum (appendix)
Colon has four portions: Ascending Transverse Descending Sigmoid
Anatomy: Large Intestine
_____ = sharp angle at ascending and transverse
_____ = sharp angle at junction of transverse and descending
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Right colic flexure = sharp angle at ascending and transverse
Left colic flexure = sharp angle at junction of transverse and descending
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Sigmoid portion forms _____ and ends at _____ at level of third sacral segment
Rectum extends from _____ to _____ canal
Anal canal terminates at the _____
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Sigmoid portion forms S-shaped loop and ends at rectum at level of third sacral segment
Rectum extends from sigmoid to anal canal
Anal canal terminates at the anus
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Function?
Anatomy: Large Intestine
Reabsorption of fluids
Elimination of waste products
Examination Methods
Single-contrast
Double-contrast
May be performed as one- or two-stage procedure
Two-stage examinations with _____ first, then _____ or other _____ after _____ is evacuated
Examination Methods
Single-contrast
Double-contrast
May be performed as one- or two-stage procedure
Two-stage examinations with barium first, then air or other gas after barium is evacuated
Contrast Media
Commercially prepared barium sulfate products generally used for routine retrograde examinations
High-density barium sulfate = newest product
Absorbs more _____
Useful for double-contrast examinations
Contrast Media
Commercially prepared barium sulfate products generally used for routine retrograde examinations
High-density barium sulfate = newest product
Absorbs more radiation
Useful for double-contrast examinations
Contrast Media
_____ usually used in double-contrast studies
_____ may also be used
- More rapidly absorbed
Water-soluble iodinated agents may be orally administered when _____ is contraindicated
- Usually not satisfactory for double-contrast studies
Contrast Media
Air usually used in double-contrast studies
Carbon dioxide may also be used
More rapidly absorbed
Water-soluble iodinated agents may be orally administered when retrograde filling is contraindicated
Usually not satisfactory for double-contrast studies
Preparation of Intestinal Tract
Large intestine must be completely _____ of all contents
Retained _____ can simulate small masses
Restricted diet and bowel cleansing regimen standard for healthy patients
Preparation of Intestinal Tract
Large intestine must be completely emptied of all contents
Retained fecal matter can simulate small masses
Restricted diet and bowel cleansing regimen standard for healthy patients
Enema Tip Insertion
Adjust IV pole height so that bag is no higher than __ inches above level of anus.
Expose anal region only.
Run barium into basin to remove _____ from tubing.
Lubricate enema tip.
Instruct patient to take deep breaths.
Enema Tip Insertion
Adjust IV pole height so that bag is no higher than 24 inches above level of anus.
Expose anal region only.
Run barium into basin to remove air from tubing.
Lubricate enema tip.
Instruct patient to take deep breaths.
Enema Tip Insertion
Insert tip slowly, steadily, and gently during expiration of deep breath.
Direct anteriorly __ to __ inches, then slightly superiorly
Total distance no more than __ inches
Never force insertion
Ask patient to assist if resistance is met and if patient is capable
Enema Tip Insertion
Insert tip slowly, steadily, and gently during expiration of deep breath.
Direct anteriorly 1 to 1½ inches, then slightly superiorly
Total distance no more than 4 inches
Never force insertion
Ask patient to assist if resistance is met and if patient is capable
Enema Tip Insertion
After tip is inserted, hold in place while patient turns to supine or prone position.
Retention cuff may be inflated at this time.
Free tubing of compression to ensure free flow.
Enema Tip Insertion
After tip is inserted, hold in place while patient turns to supine or prone position.
Retention cuff may be inflated at this time.
Free tubing of compression to ensure free flow.
Double-Contrast BE
Two methods
Closed system
Welin method:
Closed system does not require removal and reinsertion of enema tip
Patient remains on table for entire procedure
Welin method recommended for early detection of _____
Double-Contrast BE
Two methods
Closed system
Welin method:
Closed system does not require removal and reinsertion of enema tip
Patient remains on table for entire procedure
Welin method recommended for early detection of small lesions
Double-Contrast BE
For single-stage closed-system method
Barium introduced and removed via bag position
Air introduced by bag inversion or by manual compression of sphygmomanometer bulb
Double-Contrast BE
For single-stage closed-system method
Barium introduced and removed via bag position
Air introduced by bag inversion or by manual compression of sphygmomanometer bulb
Double-Contrast BE
For Welin method:
Barium introduced to left colic flexure, then tip removed and patient evacuates
Tip reinserted, barium introduced to sigmoid, and air instilled
Patient position altered to coat mucosa
Spot radiographs taken as needed
Double-Contrast BE
For Welin method:
Barium introduced to left colic flexure, then tip removed and patient evacuates
Tip reinserted, barium introduced to sigmoid, and air instilled
Patient position altered to coat mucosa
Spot radiographs taken as needed
PA or AP Large Intestine
Part position:
_____ centered to midline
IR centered at level of _____
CR:
Perpendicular to center of IR
Enters _____ at level of _____
PA or AP Large Intestine
Part position:
MSP centered to midline
IR centered at level of iliac crests
CR:
Perpendicular to center of IR
Enters MSP at level of iliac crests
PA Axial Large Intestine
Part position
_____ in midline
IR at level of _____
CR
Angled __ to __ degrees caudad
Enters _____ at level of _____
PA Axial Large Intestine
Part position
MSP in midline
IR at level of iliac crests
CR
Angled 30 to 40 degrees caudad
Enters MSP at level of anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS)
PA Oblique Large Intestine
Patient position
__- to __-degree RAO or LAO
_____ best demonstrates right colic flexure, ascending colon, and sigmoid
_____ best demonstrates left colic flexure and descending colon
PA Oblique Large Intestine
Patient position
35- to 45-degree RAO or LAO
RAO best demonstrates right colic flexure, ascending colon, and sigmoid
LAO best demonstrates left colic flexure and descending colon
PA Oblique Large Intestine
Part position
Supported by flexed knee and arm of elevated side
_____ centered to midline
IR centered to level of _____
CR
Perpendicular to IR
Enters __ to __ inches lateral to midline of body on elevated side at level of _____
PA Oblique Large Intestine
Part position
Supported by flexed knee and arm of elevated side
MSP centered to midline
IR centered to level of iliac crests
CR
Perpendicular to IR
Enters 1 to 2 inches lateral to midline of body on elevated side at level of iliac crests
Lateral Large Intestine
Part position
_____ centered
Knees flexed slightly for stability
Shoulders, hips, and knees superimposed and perpendicular
IR centered to _____
Lateral Large Intestine
Part position
MCP centered
Knees flexed slightly for stability
Shoulders, hips, and knees superimposed and perpendicular
IR centered to ASIS
Lateral Large Intestine
CR:
Perpendicular to IR
Enters _____ at level of _____
Lateral Large Intestine
CR:
Perpendicular to IR
Enters MCP at level of ASIS
AP Axial Large Intestine
Part position
_____ aligned to midline of grid
IR centered to __ inches above iliac crests
AP Axial Large Intestine
Part position
MSP aligned to midline of grid
IR centered to 2 inches above iliac crests
AP Axial Large Intestine
CR
Angled __ to __ degrees cephalad
Enters patient on _____ to enter inferior margin of _____
AP Axial Large Intestine
CR
Angled 30 to 40 degrees cephalad
Enters patient on MSP to enter inferior margin of pubic symphysis