Key CxR Findings (cliff note vers)

Question 1

Typical Emphysema findings on CxR?

Answer 1

• Radiolucency (dark)
• Flattened diaphragms
• Increased intercostal spaces

Question 2

Typical Pneumonia findings on CxR?

Answer 2

Increased opacity; air bronchograms

Question 3

Typical ARDS findings on CxR?

Answer 3

Diffuse bilateral infiltrates; ground glass

Question 4

Typical pulmonary edema (CHF) findings on CxR?

Answer 4

Batwing or butterfly shape

• fluffy infiltrates
• kerley b lines

Question 5

Typical Interstitial lung disease (IPF) findings on CxR?

Answer 5

Reticulonodular opacities; honeycombing

Question 6

Typical Pneumothorax findings on CxR?

Answer 6

Absent lung markings with tracheal shift

Question 7

Typical pleural effusion/hemothorax findings on CxR?

Answer 7

Blunted costophrenic angles

Question 8

Typical lung abscess findings on CxR?

Answer 8

Air fluid filled cavity