EXAM #8

Question 1

Which term is defined as age-related farsightedness?

Presbyopia
Myopia
Presbycusis
Hyperopia

Answer 1

Presbyopia

Question 2

Which of the following is a common age-related condition of the musculoskeletal system?

Presbycusis
Osteoarthritis
Atherosclerosis
Incontinence

Answer 2

Osteoarthritis

Question 3

Technical factors must be decreased to compensate for osteoporosis.

True
False

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Technical factors must be increased to compensate for emphysema.

True
False

Answer 4

False

Question 5

Geriatrics — Physical Effects

[4 things] also decline with age

Helpful to:
[3 things]

Not all elderly patients are hard of hearing
Adjust voice volume as needed after assessment

Answer 5

Geriatrics — Physical Effects

Sight, hearing, taste, and smell also decline with age

Helpful to:
Provide one instruction at a time
Reduce background noise
Speak slowly, distinctly, and directly to patient

Not all elderly patients are hard of hearing
Adjust voice volume as needed after assessment

Question 6

Patient Care of Elderly: Quick Tips

Take time to educate patient and family.
Decreases patient stress and anxiety
Increases compliance and satisfaction

Speak lower and closer.
Reduce background noise.

Treat patient with respect and dignity.
Communicate with warmth, empathy, and positive attitude.

Answer 6

Patient Care of Elderly: Quick Tips

Take time to educate patient and family.
Decreases patient stress and anxiety
Increases compliance and satisfaction

Speak lower and closer.
Reduce background noise.

Treat patient with respect and dignity.
Communicate with warmth, empathy, and positive attitude.

Question 7

Radiographic Positioning for Geriatric Patients

Spine:

What two things should you keep in mind?

Answer 7

Radiographic Positioning for Geriatric Patients

Spine:

Use sponges and table pad

Upright more comfortable for those who are able
Seated position may be used for examinations that require upright position — CAN’T STAND? SIT.

Question 8

Pediatrics — Immobilization Devices

Name 2

Answer 8

Pediatrics — Immobilization Devices

Pigg-O-Stat

Octagonal Immobilizer

Question 9

Premature infants

Neonate (?-? days)

Infant (? days to ? months)

Toddler (? months to ? years)

Preschooler (?-? years)

School age (?-? years)

Adolescent (?-? years)

Answer 9

Premature infants

Neonate (0-28 days)

Infant (28 days to 18 months)

Toddler (18 months to 3 years)

Preschooler ( 3-5 years)

School age (6-12 years)

Adolescent (12-18 years)