Procedures

Question 1

A cardiologist requests coronary images at 50%-75% of the R-to-R interval. What gating method can accomplish this request?

A. Prospective gating

B. Retrospective gating

C. Both prospective and retrospective gating

D. No gating is required

Answer 1

C. Both prospective and retrospective gating

Question 2

A CT scan is requested to evaluate a patient for a thoracic aorta aneurysm. The patient weighs 147 pounds, they have a history of COPD, and they are in acute renal failure. Which of these contrast injection parameters would be ideal for this patient?

A. 100 ml at 3 ml/second

B. 150 ml at 4 ml/second

C. 100 ml at 4 ml /second

D. 150 ml at 3 ml/second

Answer 2

C. 100 ml at 4 ml /second

Question 3

A diagnosis of hilar adenopathy is an indication for which of these imaging protocols?

A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta

B. CTA Chest for Pulmonary Embolism

C. CT Chest in venous phase

D. CT High Resolution Chest

Answer 3

C. CT Chest in venous phase

Question 4

A general survey of the chest for a trauma patient should be completed using which of these CT protocols?

A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta

B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism

C. CT chest in venous phase

D. CT high resolution chest

Answer 4

C. CT chest in venous phase

Question 5

A general survey of the sinuses is requested on 35 year old female with chronic sinusitis. Compared to 1.25 mm slices, 3.75 mm slices will result in:

A. More image noise
B. More spatial resolution
C. Fewer images
D. Lower dose

Answer 5

C. Fewer images

Question 6

A known blood clot in the transverse sinus of the brain could be best evaluated with which IV contrast timing method?

A. Bolus tracking in the ascending aorta
B. Timing bolus monitoring in the internal carotid artery
C. 45-second scan delay time
D. 90-second scan delay time

Answer 6

C. 45-second scan delay time

Question 7

A new CT protocol requires scanning the liver exactly 25 seconds after initiating IV contrast injection. This can be accomplished by which scan timing method?

A. Scan delay time
B. Test bolus
C. Bolus tracking

Answer 7

A. Scan delay time

Question 8

A patient arrives in the radiology department with complaints of lower back pain and numbness in the lower extremities. Initial evaluation in diagnostic x-ray shows collapse of L3-L4 disc space, with a suspected ruptured disc. What protocol should be used to assess the intrusion of the ruptured disc into the spinal canal?

A. CT spine without contrast

B. CT spine with contrast after 45 second delay time

C. CT spine with contrast after 90 second delay time

D. CT myelogram with intrathecal contrast

Answer 8

D. CT myelogram with intrathecal contrast

Question 9

A patient arrives in your department after a motor vehicle accident with right flank pain. What CT scan is most likely to be ordered by the attending physician?

A. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast

B. CT angiography abdomen and pelvis

C. CT multiphase pancreas

D. CT appendicitis

Answer 9

A. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast

Question 10

A patient arrives in your department for evaluation of a known renal artery stenosis. What imaging protocol should be performed?

A. CTA abdomen and Pelvis

B. CTA thoracic aorta

C. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast

D. CT enterography

Answer 10

A. CTA abdomen and Pelvis

Question 11

A patient arrives in your department unresponsive. No history is known. The appropriate scan to perform is:

A. Routine CT head without contrast
B. Routine CT head with contrast
C. CTA head and neck
D. CT Venogram

Answer 11

A. Routine CT head without contrast

Question 12

A patient diagnosed with a subdural hematoma is to be evaluated in your department. What is the correct protocol for assessing changes in the subdural hematoma?

A, CT head without contrast
B. CT head with contrast]
C. CT angiography head
D. CT head with and without contrast

Answer 12

A, CT head without contrast

Question 13

A patient experiencing acute flank pain with hematuria should be evaluated with what CT study?

A. CT abdomen and pelvis without contrast

B. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast

C. CT angiography abdomen and pelvis

D. CT multiphase kidneys

Answer 13

A. CT abdomen and pelvis without contrast

Question 14

A patient has experienced trauma to their right eye. Soft tissue changes are best visualized with which image window?

A. 2600 WW and 500 WL
B. 400 WL and 600 WL
C. 80 WW and 40 WL
D. 400 WW and 40 WL

Answer 14

D. 400 WW and 40 WL

Question 15

A patient is brought to the emergency room following a motor vehicle accident. The patient is experiencing severe upper back pain and an injury to the aorta is suspected. What is the best imaging protocol to evaluate the patient for this condition?

A. CTA chest of thoracic aorta

B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism

C. CT chest in venous phase

D. CT high resolution chest

Answer 15

A. CTA chest of thoracic aorta

Question 16

A patient is presented to the ER with extreme right sided abdominal pain for 1 hour. The patient has a surgical history of appendectomy and cholecystectomy. Urinalysis demonstrated micro-hematuria. What study is likely to be used to assess this patient?

A. CT for renal stones

B. CT for pulmonary embolism

C. CT for aortic dissection

D. CT for renal mass

Answer 16

A. CT for renal stones

Question 17

A patient is suspected as having a tumor obstructing the valve connecting the right ureter to the bladder. This condition is best evaluated with what IV contrast scan delay time?

A. 30 seconds

B. 60 seconds

C. 90 seconds

D. 5 minutes

Answer 17

D. 5 minutes

Question 18

A patient presenting with symptoms of stroke and no prior imaging should be evaluated with which CT scanning protocol?

A. CT head without contrast
B. CT head with contrast
C. CT angiography head
D. CT head with and without contrast

Answer 18

A. CT head without contrast

Question 19

A patient presents to the radiology department for imaging of a soft-tissue tumor on the lower leg. What scan protocol should be used?

A. CT with IV contrast

B. CT with intra-articular acontrast

C. MRI with IV contrast

D. CT without contrast

Answer 19

C. MRI with IV contrast

Question 20

A patient requires imaging of a known aneurysm of the anterior communicating artery. The appropriate scan to perform is:

A. Routine CT head without contrast
B. Routine CT head with contrast
C. CTA head
D. CTA head and neck

Answer 20

C. CTA head

Question 21

A patient with a dental abscess is suspected as having an infection in the brain. The correct CT protocol is:

A. CT head without contrast
B. CT head with contrast
C. CT angiography head
D. CT head with and without contrast.

Answer 21

D. CT head with and without contrast.

Question 22

A patient with a history of a cigarette smoking and COPD is suspected as having a primary lung cancer. What CT imaging procedure should be used to scan this patient?

A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta

B. CTA Chest for Pulmonary Embolism

C. CT Chest in venous phase

D. CT High Resolution Chest

Answer 22

C. CT Chest in venous phase

Question 23

A patient with advanced bladder cancer needs a CT scan to check for metastatic disease in the lungs. The appropriate imaging protocol is:

A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta

B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism

C. CT chest in venous phase

D. CT high resolution chest

Answer 23

C. CT chest in venous phase

Question 24

A positive D-dimer test may indicate the need for which of these CT protocols?

A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta

B. CTA Chest for Pulmonary Embolism

C. CT Chest in venous phase

D. CT High Resolution Chest

Answer 24

B. CTA Chest for Pulmonary Embolism

Question 25

A suspected liver mass is an indication for which of these studies? A. CT abdomen pelvis in portal venous phase B. CT abdomen in multiple phases C. CT abdomen without contrast D. CTA of the abdomen

Answer 25

B. CT abdomen in multiple phases

Question 26

A Type-B aortic dissection should be evaluated using which of these contrast-timing methods? A. 30- second delay time B. Bolus tracking in the pulmonary arteries C. Bolus tracking in the descending aorta D. Non-contrast

Answer 26

C. Bolus tracking in the descending aorta

Question 27

A _______ (also called prep time) is the amount of time between the initiation of contrast injection and the initiation of the scan.

Answer 27

Scan delay time.

Question 28

A _______ is known to enhance image quality in the chest and reduce the total contrast volume needed for the scan.

Answer 28

Saline trailer

Question 29

A. patient with a current history of colon cancer arrives in the emergency department with sudden onset blurred vision. What is the correct CT protocol for initial evaluation of the patient? A. CT head without contrast B. CT head with contrast C. CT angiography head D. CT head without and with contrast

Answer 29

A. CT head without contrast

Question 30

Advantages of helical scanning over axial scanning include:\* 1. Decreased scan time 2. Decreased patient dose 3. Increased spatial resolution A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 30

C. 1 and 2 only

Question 31

After scanning a chest, abdomen, and pelvis with contrast on a trauma patient, the attending physician requests lumbar spine reconstructions to evaluate for spinal fractures. What slice parameters should be used for the axial images? A. 1.25 mm slice thickness and 0.625 mm slice interval B. 5.0 mm slice thickness and 5.0 mm slice interval C. 2.5 mm slice thickness and 2.5 mm slice interval D. 3.75 mm slice thickness and 3.75 mm slice interval

Answer 31

C. 2.5 mm slice thickness and 2.5 mm slice interval

Question 32

An elderly patient with a prior history of breast cancer arrives in the emergency department with sudden onset mental status change. What is the correct CT protocol for initial evaluation of the patient? A. CT head without contrast B. CT head with contrast C. CT angiography head D. CT head without and with contrast

Answer 32

A. CT head without contrast

Question 33

An ER physician requests that you scan a patient's liver to evaluate for traumatic injuries. What phase of contrast should be used? 1. Non-contrast 2. Arterial phase 3. Portal venous phase 4. Delayed phase A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 33

C. 3 only

Question 34

An evaluation of known cerebral metastasis indicates which CT imaging procedure: A. CT head without contrast B. CT head with contrast C. CT angiography head D. CT head without and with contrast

Answer 34

D. CT head without and with contrast

Question 35

An evaluation of known cerebral metastasis indicates which CT imaging procedure: A. CT head without contrast B. CT head with contrast C. CT angiography head D. CT head with and without contrast

Answer 35

D. CT head with and without contrast

Question 36

An ordering physician requests high resolution images of a patient to evaluate for pulmonary embolism. The patient has a cough and the chest x-rays show consolidations in the lower lungs. What is the appropriate protocol to use? A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism C. CT chest in venous phase D. CT high resolution chest

Answer 36

B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism

Question 37

Angiographic imaging of the cerebrum can successfully be performed with which of these contrast injection flow rates? A. 5 mL/sec B. 2 mL/sec C. 1 mL/sec D. Flowrate does not affect imaging.

Answer 37

A. 5 mL/sec

Question 38

Ankylosing spondylitis is an arthritic condition of the spine resulting in the fusion of adjacent vertebrae. What imaging protocol should be used to evaluate this condition? A. CT spine without contrast B. CT spine with intravenous contrast C. CT Myelogram D. MRI is preferred

Answer 38

A. CT spine without contrast

Question 39

Axial images of the abdomen to be used for multiplanar reformations (MPR) should be reconstructed as: A. 5.0 mm slices in a smoothing algorithm B. 1.0 mm slices in an edge enhancing algorithm C. 5.0 mm slices in an edge enhancing algorithm D. 1.0 mm slices in a smoothing algorithm

Answer 39

D. 1.0 mm slices in a smoothing algorithm

Question 40

Axial images of the CT abdomen and pelvis for routine viewing are typically reconstructed as: A. 5 mm slices in a smoothing algorithm B. 1 mm slices in an edge-enhancing algorithm C. 5 mm slices in an edge-enhancing algorithm D. 1 mm slices in a smoothing algorithm

Answer 40

A. 5 mm slices in a smoothing algorithm

Question 41

Axial imaging of the facial bones should be oriented: A. Parallel to the hard palate B. Perpendicular to the floor of the maxillary sinus C. Parallel to the supra-orbital meatal line D. Perpendicular to the supra-orbital meatal line

Answer 41

A. Parallel to the hard palate

Question 42

Based on the appearance of the image below, what scan delay time was used to acquire the image? A. non-contrast B. 30 seconds C. 60 seconds D. 5 minutes

Answer 42

C. 60 seconds

Question 43

Based on the appearance of this image what imaging protocol was used to scan the patient? A. 30-second scan delay time B. Bolus tracking in the pulmonary arteries C. Bolus tracking in the ascending aorta D. Non-contrast

Answer 43

C. Bolus tracking in the ascending aorta

Question 44

Based on the appearance of this image, what imaging protocol was used to scan the patient? A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta B. CTA chest of pulmonary embolism C. CT chest in venous phase D. CT High resolution chest

Answer 44

B. CTA chest of pulmonary embolism

Question 45

Based on the appearance of this image, what imaging protocol was used to scan this patient? A. 30- second delay time B. Bolus tracking in the pulmonary arteries C. Bolus tracking in the descending aorta D. Non-contrast

Answer 45

A. 30- second delay time

Question 46

Based on the appearance of this image, what imaging protocol was used for this patient? A. CTA of the head and neck B. CTA of the circle of Willis C. CT soft tissue neck D. CT head with and without contrast.

Answer 46

A. CTA of the head and neck

Question 47

Based on the appearance of this image, why is this image inappropriate for diagnostic interpretation? A. Failure to include the entire cervical spine B. Incorrect orientation of the sagittal reformation C. Failure to process in the correct algorithm D. Incorrect windowing presentation

Answer 47

D. Incorrect windowing presentation

Question 48

Based on the image below, what is the maximum intraluminal pressure that will be allowed during the IV contrast injection? A. 4.5 ml/sec B. 45 ml C. 72 ml D. 325 psi

Answer 48

D. 325 psi

Question 49

Based on the smooth appearance of anatomic structures, what reconstruction algorithm may have been used to create this image? A. Standard algorithm B. Bone algorithm C. Edge enhancing.

Answer 49

A. Standard algorithm

Question 50

Claudication is a medical term that refers to A. Ulceration B. Difficult walking C. Loss of blood flow D. Loss of feeling

Answer 50

B. Difficult walking

Question 51

Consider a patient admitted to the emergency department for flank pain, hematuria, and suspected renal stone. CT imaging for the initial assessment of the collecting system should be performed during which phase of contrast enhancement? A. Non-contrast B. Excretory phase C. Arterial phase D. Portal venous phase

Answer 51

A. Non-contrast

Question 52

Consider a patient being evaluated for flank pain. If a non-contrast CT scan identifies a large hepatic tumor, what phase of contrast would be used in further characterizing the tumor? 1. Arterial 2. Venous phase 3. Delayed phase A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 52

D. 1, 2 and 3

Question 53

Consider a patient scheduled for a CTA pulmonary embolism scan. After testing the peripheral IV, the technologist decreases the contrast injection rate to 2.5 ml per second to avoid infiltration. This scan may lack diagnostic quality as a result of: A. Unacceptable image noise B. Poor contrast enhancement C. Increased patient dose D. Loss of spatial resolution

Answer 53

B. Poor contrast enhancement

Question 54

Consider a patient that arrives in your department with a weak pulse in the lower extremities. What CT protocol would be most appropriate for evaluating this condition? A. CTA for pulmonary embolism B. CTA thoracic aorta C. CT Abdomen and pelvis with contrast D. CTA runoff

Answer 54

D. CTA runoff

Question 55

Consider a patient with the symptoms of stroke. If routine imaging shows no focal ischemia or hemorrhage, what CT procedure may be indicated? A. CT head without contrast B. CT head without and with contrast C. CTA head D. CTA head and neck

Answer 55

D. CTA head and neck

Question 56

Contrast-enhanced imaging of the orbits (in venous phase) can be accomplished by: A. Initiating contrast injection 30 seconds prior to scanning B. Initiating contrast injection 60 seconds prior to scanning C. Initiating contrast injection 120 seconds prior to scanning D. Initiating contrast injection 15 seconds prior to scanning

Answer 56

B. Initiating contrast injection 60 seconds prior to scanning

Question 57

Crohn's disease is a condition that is best imaged using which of these CT protocols? A. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast B. CTA abdomen and pelvis C. CT enterography D. CT liver

Answer 57

C. CT enterography

Question 58

CT angiography images of the coronary arteries should be acquired during what phase of the cardiac cycle? A. Ventricular systole B. Ventricular diastole C. Atrial systole D. Atrial diastole

Answer 58

B. Ventricular diastole

Question 59

CT evaluation of tibial neoplasm requires which of the following contrast protocols? A. Oral contrast B. Rectal contrast C. Intra-articular contrast D. Intravenous contrast

Answer 59

D. Intravenous contrast

Question 60

CTA imaging of the abdomen and pelvis can be accomplished using bolus tracking in the: A. Ascending aorta B. Aorta at the level of the diaphragm C. Aorta at the level of the iliac bifurcation D. Descending aorta at the level of the carina

Answer 60

B. Aorta at the level of the diaphragm

Question 61

Diabetic ulcers may be an indication for which of these CT examinations? A. CTA for pulmonary embolism B. CTA thoracic aorta C. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast D. CTA runoff

Answer 61

D. CTA runoff

Question 62

Displayed CT images are processed to display a specific amount of anatomical data in each image. This is the: A. Reconstruction slice thickness B. Reconstruction slice interval C. Acquisition slice thickness D. Beam width

Answer 62

A. Reconstruction slice thickness

Question 63

During a cardiac CT, what medication may be administered to correct tachycardia prior to imaging? A. Glucagon B. Beta blockers C. Nitroglycerin D. Analgesics

Answer 63

B. Beta blockers

Question 64

During a CT of the chest for pulmonary embolism, the technologist injects 50% of the recommended of volume of contrast. How will this affect the scan? A. Unacceptable image noise B. Poor contrast enhancement C. Increased patient dose D. Loss of spatial resolution

Answer 64

B. Poor contrast enhancement

Question 65

During coronary CTA, an excessive heart rate could result in: A. Motion blur B. Poor contrast enhancement C. Ring artifact D. Vascular spasm

Answer 65

A. Motion blur

Question 66

During the monitoring phase of bolus tracking you see several images showing no contrast at all. Possible explanations include: A. The contrast injection was never initiated B. The contrast has infiltrated C. The saline and contrast syringes were loaded backwards D. All of the answer options listed are correct

Answer 66

D. All of the answer options listed are correct

Question 67

Emphysema is a condition of the lung parenchyma that is best diagnosed using which of these contrast regimens? A. 30- second delay time B. Bolus tracking in the pulmonary arteries C. Bolus tracking in the ascending aorta D. Non-contrast

Answer 67

D. Non-contrast

Question 68

Evaluation of an uncharacterized pancreatic mass is best accomplished with which of these CT studies? A. CT abdomen with IV contrast in the portal venous phase B. CT abdomen with IV contrast in multiple phases C. CT abdomen without contrast D. CT enterography

Answer 68

B. CT abdomen with IV contrast in multiple phases

Question 69

Evaluation of chronic sinusitis can be accomplished with which CT protocol? A. CT neck with contrast B. CT facial bones with contrast C. CT facial bones without contrast D. CT sinuses screening.

Answer 69

D. CT sinuses screening.

Question 70

Evaluation of the neck in arterial phase of contrast enhancement can be accomplished with what scan delay time? A. 120 seconds B. 20 seconds C. 45 seconds D. 90 seconds

Answer 70

B. 20 seconds

Question 71

Evaluation of the neck in venous phase of IV contrast enhancement can be accomplished with what scan delay time? A. 10 seconds B. 20 seconds C. 40 seconds D. 90 seconds

Answer 71

C. 40 seconds

Question 72

For arterial imaging of the pancreas, what scan delay time may be used? A. 5 seconds B. 25 seconds C. 55 seconds D. 90 seconds

Answer 72

B. 25 seconds

Question 73

For specialized imaging of the adrenal glands, the display field-of view may be assigned as: A. 18 cm B. 8 cm C. 80 cm D. 32 cm

Answer 73

A. 18 cm

Question 74

Hepatic hemangioma will fill with contrast at what scan delay time? A. 15 seconds B. 30 seconds C. 60 seconds D. 6 minutes

Answer 74

D. 6 minutes

Question 75

High spatial resolution imaging of the facial bones can be accomplished using which of these slice parameters? A. 1.25 mm slices with matching slice interval B. 5 mm slices with matching slice interval C. 5. mm slices with 2.5 mm interval D. 1. 25 mm slices with 5 mm interval

Answer 75

A. 1.25 mm slices with matching slice interval

Question 76

High spatial resolution imaging of the orbits is accomplished by: A. 1.25 mm slices B. 2.5 mm slices C. 3.75 mm slices D. 5 mm slices

Answer 76

A. 1.25 mm slices

Question 77

High spatial resolution imaging of the orbits is accomplished by: A. 1.25 mm slices B. 2.5 mm slices C. 3. 75 mm slices D. 5 mm slices

Answer 77

A. 1.25 mm slices

Question 78

High-resolution imaging of the chest may use which of these algorithms? A. Bone algorithm B. Standard algorithm C. Brain algorithm D. Smoothing algorithm

Answer 78

A. Bone algorithm

Question 79

High-resolution imaging of the chest should use which reconstruction slice thickness? A. 1.25 mm B. 2.5 mm C. 5 mm D. \>5 mm

Answer 79

A. 1.25 mm

Question 80

How should axial slices be oriented for imaging of the brain? A. Parallel to the hard pallet B. Perpendicular to the floor of the maxillary sinus C. Parallel to the supra-orbital meatal line D. Perpendicular to the supra-orbital meatal line.

Answer 80

C. Parallel to the supra-orbital meatal line

Question 81

How should axial slices be oriented for imaging of the brain? A. Parallel to the hard pallet B. Perpendicular to the floor of the maxillary sinus C. Parallel to the supraorbital meatal line D. Perpendicular to the supraorbital meatal line

Answer 81

C. Parallel to the supraorbital meatal line

Question 82

How should axial slices be oriented for imaging of the orbits? A. Parallel to the hard palate B. Perpendicular to the floor of the maxillary sinus C. Parallel to the supra-orbital meatal line D. Perpendicular to the supra-orbital meatal line.

Answer 82

A. Parallel to the hard palate

Question 83

How should coronal reformations of the orbits be oriented? A. Parallel to the hard pallet B. Perpendicular to the floor of the maxillary sinus C. Parallel to the supra-orbital meatal line D. Perpendicular to the supra-orbital meatal line

Answer 83

B. Perpendicular to the floor of the maxillary sinus

Question 84

How should the gantry be oriented when scanning direct coronal CT sinuses with the patient in the prone position? A. Parallel to the hard palate B. Perpendicular to the hard palate C. Parallel to the supra-orbital meatal line D. Perpendicular to the supra-orbital meatal line

Answer 84

B. Perpendicular to the hard palate

Question 85

Identify the pathology visible in the image below: A. Basilar artery aneurysm B. Subarachnoid hemorrhage C. Subdural hemorrhage D. Arterial-Venous malformation

Answer 85

A. Basilar artery aneurysm

Question 86

If glucagon is being administered for a CT study, when should it be given to the patient? A. With the administration of oral contrast B. Immediately prior to scanning C. Thirty minutes prior to scanning D. With the administration of rectal contrast

Answer 86

B. Immediately prior to scanning

Question 87

If metoclopramide (Reglan) is being used for a CT enterography study, when should it be administered? A. With the administration of oral contrast B. Immediately prior to scanning C. Thirty minutes prior to scanning D. With the administration of rectal contrast

Answer 87

A. With the administration of oral contrast

Question 88

If oral contrast is to be visualized within the small bowels, when should the contrast be administered to the patient? A. Immediately prior to scanning. B. 10 minutes prior to scanning C. 50 minutes prior to scanning D. 5 hours prior to scanning

Answer 88

C. 50 minutes prior to scanning

Question 89

If performing a CTA abdominal aorta study on a 90 lb geriatric patient, how could the contrast injection protocol be changed without compromising the quality of the scan? A. Decrease contrast volume B. Increase contrast volume C. Decrease injection rate D. Increase injection rate

Answer 89

A. Decrease contrast volume

Question 90

Imaging of the abdomen and pelvis in the portal venous phase will usually use which of these IV contrast protocols? A. 100 ml at 3 ml/sec B. 150 ml at 3 ml/sec C. 100 ml at 5 ml/sec D. 150 ml at 4 ml/sec

Answer 90

A. 100 ml at 3 ml/sec

Question 91

In the image below, the absence of contrast media in the descending colon likely means that the patient did NOT receive: A. Intravenous contrast B. Oral contrast C. Rectal contrast D. Intra-articular contrast

Answer 91

C. Rectal contrast

Question 92

In the image below, the high concentration of contrast in the inferior portion of the intrathecal space could be a result of: A. The patient standing after the contrast B. The patient laying supine after the injection C. The patient laying prone after the injection D. The radiologist injecting above the level of L2

Answer 92

A. The patient standing after the contrast

Question 93

In the image below, the right internal jugular vein has experienced: A. Stenosis B. Dissection C. Aneurysm D. Occlusion

Answer 93

D. Occlusion

Question 94

In the image, the arrow is pointing at a condition called: A. Colitis B. Appendicitis C. Hepatitis D. Pancreatitis

Answer 94

A. Colitis

Question 95

In what direction should the thoracic aorta be scaned when using iodinated contrast? A. Superior to inferior in the direction of blood flow B. Superior to inferior against the direction of blood flow C. Inferior to superior in the direction of blood flow D. Inferior to superior against the direction of blood flow

Answer 95

A. Superior to inferior in the direction of blood flow

Question 96

Increasing the reconstruction slice thickness results in: A. Visualization of more anatomy with increased spatial resolution B. Visualization of more anatomy with decreased spatial resolution C. Visualization of less anatomy with increased spatial resolution D. Visualization of less anatomy with decreased spatial resolution

Answer 96

B. Visualization of more anatomy with decreased spatial resolution

Question 97

Instructing the patient NOT to void prior to a urogram procedure helps to: A. Maintain contrast filling in the collecting system B. Maintain contrast enhancement in the circulatory system C. Dislodge renal stones from the ureters D. Test the patient's continence

Answer 97

A. Maintain contrast filling in the collecting system

Question 98

Intravenously injected contrast can be viewed exiting organs during which phase of enhancement? A. Venous phase B. Arterial phase C. Delayed phase D. Equilibrium phase

Answer 98

A. Venous phase

Question 99

Maximum contrast enhancement for CTA imaging of the head and neck could be accomplished by: A. Bolus tracking in the abdominal aorta B. Timing bolus monitoring in the internal carotid artery C. 40-second scan delay time D. 55-second scan delay time

Answer 99

B. Timing bolus monitoring in the internal carotid artery

Question 100

Measuring the degree of spinal cord compression caused by spondylolisthesis is best achieved with which of these imaging protocols? A. Routine CT spine without contrast B. Routine CT spine with contrast C. Diagnostic radiography D. CT myelogram

Answer 100

D. CT myelogram

Question 101

Neck pain following an MVA is an indication for: A. CT soft tissue neck B. CT angiography neck C. CT cervical spine

Answer 101

C. CT cervical spine

Question 102

One reason for decreasing the IV injection rate during CT scanning is: A. High-speed scanner (16 rows or more) B. Poor IV catheter patency C. Angiographic scanning D. Geriatric imaging

Answer 102

B. Poor IV catheter patency

Question 103

Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) is an indication for which of these CT protocols? A. CTA for Pulmonary Embolism B. CTA Thoracic Aorta C. CT Abdomen and Pelvis with Contrast D. CTA Runoff

Answer 103

D. CTA Runoff

Question 104

Primary liver cancer will be brightest during which phase of IV contrast enhancement? A. non-contrast B. arterial phase C. portal venous phase D. delayed phase

Answer 104

B. arterial phase

Question 105

Proptosis is an indication for: A. CT head B. CT facial bones C. CT sinuses D. CT orbits

Answer 105

D. CT orbits

Question 106

Radiculopathy is a condition best evaluated with which of these imaging procedures? A. CT spine without contrast B. CT spine with contrast after 45 second scan delay time C. CT spine with contrast after 90 second delay time D. CT myelogram with intrathecal contrast

Answer 106

D. CT myelogram with intrathecal contrast

Question 107

Refers to peak contrast enhancement of arteries as contrast enters the organ; for any organ this is the first phase of contrast enhancement.

Answer 107

Arterial phase

Question 108

Refers to peak contrast enhancement of veins as contrast leaves the organ; for any organ this is the second phase of contrast enhancement.

Answer 108

Venous phase

Question 109

Refers to the peak enhancement of the portal venous system; occurs at about 60 seconds, post-contrast injection.

Answer 109

Portal Venous Phase

Question 110

Refers to the time period after all contrast has washed out of most organs; only certain pathologies are visible during this phase; also called equilibrium phase.

Answer 110

Delayed Phase

Question 111

Spinal cord impingement is a possible effect of all of the following conditions EXCEPT: A. Disc injuries B. Arthritic disease C. Spinal tumors D. Dehydration

Answer 111

D. Dehydration

Question 112

Spinal ependymoma is a primary tumor of the brain or spinal cord. Suspicion of ependymoma should initially be assessed using which imaging procedure? A. CT spine without contrast B. CT spine with contrast C. CT myelogram D. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Answer 112

D. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Question 113

Stenosis of the carotid bifurcation is best evaluated with: A. CT soft tissue neck B. CT angiography neck C. CT cervical spine

Answer 113

B. CT angiography neck

Question 114

Swelling in the neck (with an unknown cause) is an indication for what CT protocol? A. CT soft tissue neck B. CTA neck C. CT cervical spine

Answer 114

A. CT soft tissue neck

Question 115

The abrupt starting and stopping of the patient table during axial scanning can result in: A. Increased patient dose B. Motion artifact on the images C. Decreased scan time D. Decreased spatial resolution from interpolation

Answer 115

B. Motion artifact on the images

Question 116

The acquisition slice thickness used during a scan is determined by the technologist. The acquisition thickness refers to: A. The thickness of activated detector rows B. The thickness of anatomical data averaged into each image C. The total width of the x-ray beam D. The space between adjacent slices

Answer 116

A. The thickness of activated detector rows

Question 117

The appearance of inflamed tissue surrounding the appendix is called: A. Stranding B. Claudication C. Hematoma D. Hemangiomas

Answer 117

A. Stranding

Question 118

The appendix is an appendage of the: A. Large bowel B. Small bowel C. Spleen D. Mesentery

Answer 118

A. Large bowel

Question 119

The arrow in the image below is pointing at a condition called: A. Adrenal adenoma B. Aortic aneurysm C. IVC filling defect D. Ovarian cyst

Answer 119

A. Adrenal adenoma

Question 120

The arterial phase of IV contrast enhancement in the kidneys is also called: A. Corticomedullary phase B. Nephrographic phase C. Excretory phase D. Portal venous phase

Answer 120

A. Corticomedullary phase

Question 121

The average flow rate recommended for venous phase imaging of the abdomen is: A. 1 ml per second B. 3 ml per second C. 5 ml per second D. 10 ml per second

Answer 121

B. 3 ml per second

Question 122

The benefit of increased flow rate in angiographic imaging is: A. Decreased patient dose B. Increased contrast enhancement C. Decreased scan time D. Decreased intraluminal pressure

Answer 122

B. Increased contrast enhancement

Question 123

The contrast- enhanced tissues behind the eye are most likely: A. Malignant B. Normal C. Bleeding D. Inflammation

Answer 123

A. Malignant

Question 124

The CT enterography study should use which of the following contrast injection parameters? A. 100 ml at 3 ml/sec B. 150 ml at 2.5ml/sec C. 75 ml at 5 ml/sec D. 100 ml at 4 ml/sec

Answer 124

D. 100 ml at 4 ml/sec

Question 125

The CT venogram protocol of the head is best suited to diagnose which of these pathologies? A. Occlusion of the internal carotid arteries B. Dissection of the vertebral arteries C. Thrombosis of the superior sagittal sinus D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Answer 125

C. Thrombosis of the superior sagittal sinus

Question 126

The device in this image is a: A. Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) B. Central line (port) C. Dialysis catheter D. Peripheral catheter

Answer 126

D. Peripheral catheter

Question 127

The first phase of IV contrast enhancement for most organs is the: A. Portal venous phase B. Arterial phase C. Delayed phase D. Capillary phase

Answer 127

B. Arterial phase

Question 128

The following images were aquired on the same patient during a multiphase liver study. The images are NOT in sequential order. Based on the appearance of the images, which image was acquired 5 minutes after IV contrast injection?

Answer 128

Image A

Question 129

The goal of administering oral contrast for CT enterography is to fill the: A. Small bowel B. Large bowel C. Stomach D. Rectum

Answer 129

A. Small bowel

Question 130

The images below were acquired on the same patient during a multiphase liver study. The images are NOT in sequential order. Based on the appearance of the images, which image was acquired in portal venous phase?

Answer 130

Image D

Question 131

The images below were acquired on the same patient during a multiphase kidney examination. These images are NOT in sequential order. What image best demonstrates the renal collecting system?

Answer 131

Image C

Question 132

The images below were acquired on the same patient during multiphase kidney examination. These images are NOT in sequential order. What image was acquired with a 70-second delay time?

Answer 132

Image B

Question 133

The main advantage of coronary imaging in the catheterization lab compared to CTA imaging is: A. Increased spatial resolution B. Decreased risk of complications C. Ability to intervene immediately D. No IV contrast is required

Answer 133

C. Ability to intervene immediately

Question 134

The main advantage of CTA imaging of the coronary arteries compared to imaging in the catheterization lab is: A. Increased spatial resolution B. Decreased risk of complications C. Ability to intervene immediately D. No IV contrast is required

Answer 134

B. Decreased risk of complications

Question 135

The major difference between these two images is the: A. Slice thickness B. Slice interval C. Display field-of-view D. Scan type

Answer 135

C. Display field-of-view

Question 136

The major difference in these two images is mostly likely the: A. Slice thickness B. Slice interval C. Display field-of-view D. Scan type

Answer 136

A. Slice thickness

Question 137

The most common and most accurate method for timing angiography scans. During the contrast injection, an ROI is used to measure the enhancement of a selected vessel as contrast enters the system. When contrast enhancement reaches a prescribed threshold, the scan is initiated. This method ensures that the scan is initiated at the exact moment of peak contrast enhancement.

Answer 137

Bolus tracking.

Question 138

The most inferior extent of CTA imaging of the head and neck is the: A. Aortic Arch B. Carotid bifurcation C. Union of the vertebral arteries D. Origin of the basilar artery

Answer 138

A. Aortic Arch

Question 139

The nephrographic portion of the kidneys will experience maximum contrast enhancement at what scan delay time? A. 30 seconds B. 60 seconds C. 90 seconds D. 5 minutes

Answer 139

C. 90 seconds

Question 140

The patient in the image below has experienced chronic shortness of breath for several years. Based on the appearance of the image, what is the most likely cause of their symptoms? A. Saddle embolism B. Emphysema C. Type B Dissection D. Mass lesion

Answer 140

B. Emphysema

Question 141

The purpose of rolling a patient prior to CT myelogram imaging is to: A. Evenly diffuse intrathecal contrast B. Loosen the intervertebral ligaments C. Relax the spinal muscles D. Reduce curvature of the spine

Answer 141

A. Evenly diffuse intrathecal contrast

Question 142

The red arrow is pointing to what abnormality? A. Occlusion of the external iliac artery B. Stenosis of the internal iliac artery C. Aneurysm of the common iliac artery D. Dissection of the superficial femoral artery

Answer 142

A. Occlusion of the external iliac artery

Question 143

The technique used to create this image is called: A. Multiplanar Reformation (MPR) B. Volume rendering C. Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP) D. Shaded Surface Display (SSD)

Answer 143

C. Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP)

Question 144

The venous phase of IV contrast enhancement in the kidneys is also called: A. Corticomedullary phase B. Nephrographic phase C. Excretory phase D. Portal venous phase

Answer 144

B. Nephrographic phase

Question 145

The _______ is the area selected for processing, which is usually smaller than the total area being scanned.

Answer 145

Display field-of-view (DFOV)

Question 146

The _______ thickness is the amount of anatomical data averaged into each image. Thinner slices have higher spatial resolution in the z-axis, while thicker slices demonstrate lower image noise.

Answer 146

Reconstruction thickness

Question 147

The _______ thickness is the width of each detector row used during the scan. High-resolution scans use the thinner detector rows, whereas high-speed scans combine rows together to form thicker rows.

Answer 147

Acquisition thickness

Question 148

The “delayed phase" of adrenal imaging is acquired at what scan delay time? A. 60 seconds B. 90 seconds C. 4 minutes D. 15 minutes

Answer 148

D. 15 minutes

Question 149

This contrast enhancement in the abdomen peaks at 50-60 seconds after initiating IV contrast injection. A. Portal venous phase B. Arterial phase C. Delayed phase D. Capillary phase

Answer 149

A. Portal venous phase

Question 150

This coronal image of the facial bones was reformed from axial slices. What is the recommended orientation of these coronal slices? A. Parallel to the hard palate B. Perpendicular to the hard palate C. Parallel to the supra-orbital meatal line D. Perpendicular to the supra-orbital meatal line

Answer 150

B. Perpendicular to the hard palate

Question 151

This image is from a CTA procedure to evaluate for pulmonary embolsm, but the pulmonary arteries are not very well enhanced. Based on the appearance of the image, what did the technologist do wrong? A. The scan was initiated too late B. The scan was initiated too soon C. The scan did not use IV contrast D. The scan was initiated 15 seconds after injection

Answer 151

A. The scan was initiated too late

Question 152

This image is of a bolus-tracking chart 12 seconds into contrast IV injection. What happens when threshold of 110 HU is crossed? A. The injection should stop B. The scan should stop C. The scan should start D. Nothing.

Answer 152

C. The scan should start

Question 153

This image of the brain is described as a: A. Maximum intensity projection B. Volume rendering C. Sagittal reformation D. Axial reconstruction

Answer 153

A. Maximum intensity projection

Question 154

This image of the lower facial bones is ideal for viewing: A. Structural changes in the mandible B. Bone degradation around an abscessed tooth C. Inflammatory changes in the soft tissues of the face D. Fractures of the facial bones.

Answer 154

C. Inflammatory changes in the soft tissues of the face

Question 155

This image was acquired to evaluate a patient for a thoracic aorta dissection. What is the main factor limiting the diagnostic quality of the scan? A. Excessive image noise B. Artifact obstructing the view of the anatomy C. Poor enhancement of the aorta D. Excessively small field of view

Answer 155

C. Poor enhancement of the aorta

Question 156

This image was presented to the radiologist for viewing the soft tissues of the brain. The appearance of excessive image noise may be a result of: A. Incorrect algorithm selection B. Incorrect gantry tilt C. Incorrect window width D. Incorrect slice interval.

Answer 156

A. Incorrect algorithm selection

Question 157

This is an image acquired with a 30-second scan delay time. What pathology should be reported to the attending physician? A. Pulmonary embolism B. Pulmonary fibrosis C. Aortic dissection D. Pneumothorax

Answer 157

A. Pulmonary embolism

Question 158

This series of images was performed on the same patient during different phases of intravenous contrast enhancement. A contrast-enhancing liver lesion (arrow) is best visualized in what phase? A. Non-contrast B. Arterial phase C. Portal venous phase D. Delayed phase

Answer 158

B. Arterial phase

Question 159

To ensure filling of duodenum for a CT pancreas study, when should oral contrast be administered to the patient? A. Immediately prior to scanning B. 20 minutes prior to scanning C. 5 minutes prior to scanning D. 5 hours prior to scanning

Answer 159

A. Immediately prior to scanning

Question 160

Uses principles from both the scan delay method and bolus tracking method. A small bolus of contrast is injected into the patient and monitored at the control console. After the test bolus is finished, an ROI is used to identify the time of the highest contrast enhancement. This time is set as the scan delay time for the full contrast bolus tracking in angiographic imaging.

Answer 160

Timing bolus.

Question 161

Venous-phase imaging of the chest is usually accomplished using a: A. 30- second delay time B. Bolus tracking in the pulmonary arteries C. Bolus tracking in the descending aorta D. Non-contrast

Answer 161

A. 30- second delay time

Question 162

Vision changes should be evaluated in CT using which imaging protocol? A. CT orbits with contrast B. CT facial bones with contrast C. CT sinuses without contrast D. CT head with and without contrast

Answer 162

A. CT orbits with contrast

Question 163

What abnormality is visible in this image of a CTA head and neck scan? A. Occlusion of the carotid arteries B. Dissection of the vertebral arteries C. Basilar tip aneurysm D. Accessory vessels branching from the aortic arch

Answer 163

A. Occlusion of the carotid arteries

Question 164

What body cavity should be scanned when evaluating a patient for acute appendicitis? A. Abdomen only B. Pelvis only C. Abdomen and pelvis D. Chest, abdomen, and pelvis

Answer 164

C. Abdomen and pelvis

Question 165

What cardiac gating technique acquires scan data only during specific phases of the heart cycle? A. Prospective gating B. Retrospective gating C. Both prospective and retrospective gating D. No gating is required

Answer 165

A. Prospective gating

Question 166

What contrast injection protocol is necessary for diagnosis of interstitial lung disease? A. 30- second delay time B. Bolus tracking in the pulmonary arteries C. Bolus tracking in the descending aorta D. Non-contrast

Answer 166

D. Non-contrast

Question 167

What contrast timing method might have been used to acquire this image of the brain? A. Bolus tracking in the abdominal aorta B. Timing bolus in the aortic arch C. 45-second scan delay time D. 60-second scan delay time

Answer 167

B. Timing bolus in the aortic arch

Question 168

What contrast timing method was used to acquire this image of the brain? A. Bolus tracking in the ascending aorta B. Timing bolus monitoring in the internal carotid artery C. 45-second scan delay time D. 90-second scan delay time

Answer 168

C. 45-second scan delay time

Question 169

What CT protocol is most useful in evaluating bowel disease? A. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast B. CTA abdomen and pelvis C. CT enterography D. CT appendicitis

Answer 169

C. CT enterography

Question 170

What CT protocol should be used to diagnose abnormal narrowing of the abdominal aorta? A. CTA abdomen and pelvis B. CTA thoracic aorta C. CT Abdomen and pelvis with contrast D. CT enterography

Answer 170

A. CTA abdomen and pelvis

Question 171

What CT protocol should be used to evaluate an arterial dissection extending from the aortic bifurcation through the popliteal arteries? A. CTA abdomen and pelvis B. CTA thoracic aorta C. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast D. CTA Runoff

Answer 171

D. CTA Runoff

Question 172

What image windowing was used to display the image below? A. 2600 WW and 500 WL B. 400 WL and 600 WL C. 80 WW and 30 WL D. 400 WW and 40 WL

Answer 172

C. 80 WW and 30 WL

Question 173

What imaging plane is best suited for viewing the pulmonary trunk where it bifurcates into the right and left pulmonary arteries? A. Axial B. Sagittal C. Coronal D. Oblique

Answer 173

A. Axial

Question 174

What imaging protocol should be followed for evaluation of a known arterial-venous malformation (AVM) in the right upper parietal lobe? A. CT head without contrast B. CT head with and without contrast C. CTA head D. CTA head and neck

Answer 174

C. CTA head

Question 175

What imaging technique was used to produce the image below? A. Curved MPR B. Maximum intensity projection (MIP) C. Volume rendering D. Shaded Surface Display

Answer 175

B. Maximum intensity projection (MIP)

Question 176

What is a common image window for viewing images in the bone algorithm? A. 2500 WW and 600 WL B. 600 WW and 2500 WL C. 400 WW and 40 WL D. 80 WW and 30 WL

Answer 176

A. 2500 WW and 600 WL

Question 177

What is a common reconstructed slice parameter for CT angiography imaging of the brain? A. 0.625 mm slices with matching interval B. 3.75 mm slices with overlapping interval C. 5 mm slices with a larger interval D. 1.25 mm slices with a larger interval

Answer 177

A. 0.625 mm slices with matching interval

Question 178

What is an appropriate windowing technique for displaying axial images of the pelvis in the bone algorithm? A. 2500 WW and 600 WL B. 80 WW and 30 WL C. 1800 WW and -600 WL D. 400 WW and 40 WL

Answer 178

A. 2500 WW and 600 WL

Question 179

What is the bright artifact anterior to the bridge of the patient's nose? A. Bismuth eye shield B. EKG lead C. Oxygen tubing D. Motion artifact

Answer 179

A. Bismuth eye shield

Question 180

What is the brightly enhanced structure in the left lower quadrant of the patient imaged below? A. Appendicitis B. Large bowel C. Uterine tumor D. Urinary bladder

Answer 180

B. Large bowel

Question 181

What is the ideal heart rate for coronary imaging in CT? A. Less than 65 beats per minute B. 65-85 beat per minute C. 85-100 beats per minute D. Greater than 100 beats per minute

Answer 181

A. Less than 65 beats per minute

Question 182

What is the lower limit of a routine CT Chest protocol? A. Lung apices B. Costophrenic angles C. Adrenal glands D. 1st lumbar vertebra

Answer 182

C. Adrenal glands

Question 183

What is the minimum volume of rectal contrast expected to fill most of the large bowel? A. 10 ml B. 100 ml C. 1,000 ml D. 10,000 ml

Answer 183

C. 1,000 ml

Question 184

What is the most common image window for viewing images in the standard algorithm? A. 2500 WW and 600 WL B. 600 WW and 2500 WL C. 400 WW and 40 WL D. 80 WW and 30 WL

Answer 184

C. 400 WW and 40 WL

Question 185

What is the most likely explanation for the different appearances of these images? A. Different reconstruction algorithm B. Different window width C. Different window level D. Different gantry

Answer 185

A. Different reconstruction algorithm

Question 186

What is the purpose of reconstructing thin slices of the lungs for the high-resolution protocol? A. Increased spatial resolution in the axial images B. Increased contrast resolution in the axial images C. Increased quality of multiplanar reformations D. Decreased image noise in the axial images

Answer 186

A. Increased spatial resolution in the axial images

Question 187

What is the purpose of warming intravenous contrast prior to injection? A. Decrease viscosity B. Increase radiopacity C. Decrease chemical toxicity

Answer 187

A. Decrease viscosity

Question 188

What is the recommended CT scanning procedure for a patient with traumatic injuries to the face from a motorcycle accident? A. CT neck with contrast B. CT facial bones with contrast C. CT facial bones without contrast D. CT sinuses screening

Answer 188

C. CT facial bones without contrast

Question 189

What is the technical classification for this pathology? A. Saddle embolism B. Pulmonary Fibrosis C. Type B Dissection D. Type A Dissection

Answer 189

C. Type B Dissection

Question 190

What is the technical classification of a thoracic aorta aneurysm that originates in the ascending aorta? A. Type A B. Type B C. Type C D. Type D

Answer 190

A. Type A

Question 191

What is the typical image presentation for the CTA Runoff procedure? A. 400 WW and 40 WL B. 80 WW and 30 WL C. 1800 WW and -600 WL D. 2500 WW and 600 WL

Answer 191

A. 400 WW and 40 WL

Question 192

What IV contrast injection protocol is most appropriate for multiphase renal imaging on an average sized patient? A. 100 ml at 3 ml per second B. 150 ml at 3 ml per second C. 100 ml at 5 ml per second D. 150 ml at 5 ml per second

Answer 192

A. 100 ml at 3 ml per second

Question 193

What kind of contrast may be administered immediately prior to scanning to fill the cecum of the large bowel? A. Oral contrast B. Rectal contrast C. IV contrast

Answer 193

B. Rectal contrast

Question 194

What kind of IV contrast is traditionally used for imaging the abdomen and pelvis? A. Iodine B. Barium C. Water

Answer 194

A. Iodine

Question 195

What kind of reconstruction algorithm is traditionally used for angiography imaging of the heart? A. Smoothing algorithm B. Sharpening algorithm C. Edge-enhancing algorithm D. Lung algorithm

Answer 195

A. Smoothing algorithm

Question 196

What medication has be effect of temporarily stopping peristalsis? A. Metoclopramide (Relgan) B. Glucagon C. Nitroglycerin D. Beta blocker

Answer 196

B. Glucagon

Question 197

What medication has the effect of dilating the coronary arteries? A. Glucagon B. Beta blockers C. Nitroglycerin D. Analgesics

Answer 197

C. Nitroglycerin

Question 198

What medication helps fill the bowels with oral contrast? A. Metoclopramide (Reglan) B. Glucagon C. Nitroglycerin D. Beta blocker

Answer 198

A. Metoclopramide (Reglan)

Question 199

What multiplanar reformation (MPR) technique can be used to visualize very tortuous coronary arteries in a single plane? A. Curved MPR B. Thick MPR C. Thin MPR D. MIP technique

Answer 199

A. Curved MPR

Question 200

What pathology is demonstrated by the arrow in the image below? A. Aneurysm B. Calcification C. Tachycardia D. Vascular spasm

Answer 200

A. Aneurysm

Question 201

What pathology is demonstrated in this image? A. Fracture of the vertebral body B. Fracture of the vertebral arch C. Arthritic stenosis of the vertebral canal D. Collapse of the intervertebral disc space

Answer 201

A. Fracture of the vertebral body

Question 202

What pathology is indicated by the arrow in the image below? A. Ruptured liver B. Ruptured spleen C. Ruptured kidney D. Ruptured aorta

Answer 202

B. Ruptured spleen

Question 203

What pathology is indicated by the arrow in the image below? A. Appendicitis B. Small bowel obstruction C. Bowel perforation D. Ovarian cyst

Answer 203

A. Appendicitis

Question 204

What pathology is seen in this image? A. Spinal metastasis B. Spinal impingement C. Subluxation D. Arthritic disease

Answer 204

B. Spinal impingement

Question 205

What pathology is visible in popliteal artery imaged below? A. Embolism B. Aneurysm C. Dissection D. Occlusion

Answer 205

A. Embolism

Question 206

What pathology is visible in the following image? A. Aneurysm B. Calcification C. Tachycardia D. Vascular spasm

Answer 206

B. Calcification

Question 207

What pathology is visible in this image? A. Occlusion of the internal carotid arteries B. Dissection of the vertebral arteries C. Thrombosis of the superior sagittal sinus D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Answer 207

C. Thrombosis of the superior sagittal sinus

Question 208

What pathology is visible in this image? A. Pancreatic tumor B. Hepatocellular carcinoma C. Metastatic liver cancer D. Hemangioma of the liver

Answer 208

A. Pancreatic tumor

Question 209

What pathology is visible in this image? A. Stenosis B. Calcification C. Tachycardia D. Vascular spasm

Answer 209

A. Stenosis

Question 210

What phase of contrast enhancement is necessary to diagnose a loss of elasticity in the lung tissues? A. Non-contrast B. Peak enhancement of the pulmonary arteries C. Peak enhancement of the aorta D. Even enhancement of the entire thoracic cavity

Answer 210

A. Non-contrast

Question 211

What phase of IV contrast enhancement best demonstrates metastatic liver cancer? A. Non-contrast B. Arterial phase C. Portal venous phase D. Delayed phase

Answer 211

C. Portal venous phase

Question 212

What phase of IV contrast enhancement is used to visualize the contrast-filled collecting system? A. Corticomedullary phase B. Nephrographic phase C. Excretory phase D. Portal venous phase

Answer 212

C. Excretory phase

Question 213

What phase of respiration should be used for evaluation of interstital lung disease? 1. Inspiration 2. Expiration 3. Light breathing A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 2 only D. 1,2, and 3

Answer 213

C. 1 and 2 only

Question 214

What portion of the kidney is expected to experience maximum brightness at 4 minutes scan delay time? A. Renal arteries B. Nephrons C. Renal pelvis D. Renal cortex

Answer 214

C. Renal pelvis

Question 215

What post-processing technique was used to create this image? A. Curved MPR B. Maximum Intensity Projection C. Volume Rendering D. Shaded Surface Display

Answer 215

A. Curved MPR

Question 216

What processing technique was used to create this image? A. Multiplanar Reformation (MPR) B. Volume rendering (VR) C. Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP) D. Shaded Surface Display (SSD)

Answer 216

A. Multiplanar Reformation (MPR)

Question 217

What reconstruction algorithm is best suited for demonstrating the lung tissue? A. Bone algorithm B. Standard algorithm C. Lung algorithm D. Cerebral algorithm

Answer 217

C. Lung algorithm

Question 218

What reconstruction slice thickness is generally used for axial images of a CTA chest protocol? A. 1.25 mm B. 2.5 mm C. 5 mm D. \<1.25 mm

Answer 218

B. 2.5 mm

Question 219

What scan delay time is appropriate for viewing the renal arteries? A. 30 seconds B. 60 seconds C. 90 seconds D. 5 minutes

Answer 219

A. 30 seconds

Question 220

What scan delay time should be used to evaluate the urinary collecting system? A. 30 seconds B. 60 seconds C. 90 seconds D. 5 minutes

Answer 220

D. 5 minutes

Question 221

What scan delay time was used to acquire this image of the adrenal glands? A. Non-contrast B. 30 seconds C. 60 seconds D. 4 minute

Answer 221

C. 60 seconds

Question 222

What scanning protocol should initially be used to evaluate nausea and diarrhea with an unknown origin? A. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast B. CT angiography abdomen and pelvis C. CT multiphase pancreas D. CT multiphase liver

Answer 222

A. CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast

Question 223

What slice parameter is used for imaging the liver in multiple phases of contrast? A. 1.0 mm B. 2.5 mm C. 5.0 mm D. 10.0 mm

Answer 223

B. 2.5

Question 224

What spinal level is demonstrated in this image? A. Cervical B. Thoracic C. Lumbar D. Sacral

Answer 224

A. Cervical

Question 225

What two IV contrast injection techniques should be used to evaluate a patient for pulmonary embolism? A. 100 ml at 3 ml/second B. 150 ml at 4 ml/second C. 100 ml at 4 ml/second D. 150 ml at 3 ml/second

Answer 225

B. 150 ml at 4 ml/second C. 100 ml at 4 ml/second

Question 226

What type of contrast was administered to this patient prior to scanning? A. No contrast is visible B. Oral contrast C. Rectal contrast D. Intravenous contrast

Answer 226

A. No contrast is visible

Question 227

What volume of oral contrast is generally appropriate for routine imaging of the abdomen and pelvis? A. 500 ml B. 5 ml C. 50 ml D. 5,000 ml

Answer 227

A. 500 ml

Question 228

What windowing technique is traditionally used for viewing the soft tissues of the abdomen following CTA imaging? A. 400 WW and 40 WL B. 80 WW and 30 WL C. 1800 WW and -600 WL D. 2500 WW and 600 WL

Answer 228

A. 400 WW and 40 WL

Question 229

What windowing technique was used for this image of the facial bones? A. 2500 WW and 600 WL B. 600 WW and 2500 WL C. 400 WW and 40 WL D. 80 WW and 30 WL

Answer 229

A. 2500 WW and 600 WL

Question 230

What windowing technique would be appropriate for viewing the soft tissues of the abdomen? A. 350 WW and 30 WL B. 80 WW and 30 WL C. 1400 WW and 400 WL D. 2500 WL and -400 WL

Answer 230

A. 350 WW and 30 WL

Question 231

Where should bolus-tracking ROI be placed for CTA imaging of the coronary arteries? A. Ascending aorta B. Descending aorta C. Left ventricle D. Right atrium

Answer 231

A. Ascending aorta

Question 232

Which axial data set should be used for creating sagittal reformations of the lumbar spine? A. 1.25 mm slice thickness and 0.625 mm slice interval B. 5.0 mm slice thickness and 5.0 mm slice interval C. 2.5 mm slice thickness and 2.5 mm slice interval D. 3.75 mm slice thickness and 3.75 mm slice interval.

Answer 232

A. 1.25 mm slice thickness and 0.625 mm slice interval.

Question 233

Which contrast injection method would be useful precisely timed angiographic procedures 1. Scan delay time 2. Test bolus 3. Bolus tracking A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3

Answer 233

C. 2 and 3 only

Question 234

Which image series will produce the best volume-rendered (3D) models of the bones of the wrist? A. 0.625 mm slices in the bone algorithm B. 2.5 mm slices in the bone algorithm C. 0.625 mm slices in the standard algorithm

Answer 234

C. 0.625 mm slices in the standard algorithm

Question 235

Which imaging protocol is appropriate for assessing a fracture of the distal tibia? A. CT wrist without and with IV contrast B. CT ankle without IV contrast C. CT knee with IV contrast

Answer 235

B. CT ankle without IV contrast

Question 236

Which imaging protocol should be used to evaluate muscular injuries within the shoulder joint? A. CT shoulder without and with IV contrast B. CT shoulder with IV contrast C. CT shoulder with intra-articular contrast D. MRI shoulder

Answer 236

D. MRI shoulder

Question 237

Which of the following imaging windows would be visualize fractures of the cranium and facial bones? A. 2500 WW and 600 WL B. 400 WL and 600 WL C. 80 WW and 40 WL D. 400 WW and 40 WL

Answer 237

A. 2500 WW and 600 WL

Question 238

Which of the following is a potential reason to DECREASE the IV contrast volume used during a CT scan? A. Angiographic scanning B. Pediatric scanning C. Slow scanner speed D. Long scan length

Answer 238

B. Pediatric scanning

Question 239

Which of the following is a reason to perform multiphase CT imaging of the adrenal glands? A. Hormone changes B. Hematuria C. Bilateral flank pain D. Increased white blood cell count (WBC)

Answer 239

A. Hormone changes

Question 240

Which of the following is an appropriate slice thickness for viewing axial images of a routine venous phase chest CT? A. 1.25 mm B. 2.5 mm C. 5 mm D. \<1.25 mm

Answer 240

C. 5 mm

Question 241

Which of the following is NOT a common reason to use contrast enhancement during CT scanning? A. Differentiate between normal tissues B. Differentiate between normal tissues and abnormalities C. Add visual contrast to the images D. Reduce patient radiation exposure

Answer 241

D. Reduce patient radiation exposure

Question 242

Which of the following scout images properly demonstrates the scan localizer for a CT adrenal scan?

Answer 242

Image C

Question 243

Which of the following slice parameters is appropriate for viewing axial slices through the elbow? A. 0.5 mm thickness x 0.5 mm interval B. 0.5 mm thickness x 0.25 mm interval C. 1.0 mm thickness x 5 mm interval D. 2.0 mm thickness with 2.0 mm interval

Answer 243

D. 2.0 mm thickness with 2.0 mm interval

Question 244

Which of these algorithms is used for angiographic imaging of the abdomen and pelvis? A. Soft tissue B. Bone C. Lung D. Edge enhancing

Answer 244

A. Soft tissue

Question 245

Which of these conditions are best evaluated WITHOUT the use of the intravenous contrast? A. Renal calculi B. Renal cell carcinoma C. Transitional cell carcinoma D. Renal mass of unknown etiology

Answer 245

A. Renal calculi

Question 246

Which of these conditions are best visualized with routine CT imaging of the lumbar spine without contrast? A. Burst fracture of L4 B. Spina bifida at the level of L1 C. Spinal stenosis at the level of L3 D. Spinal metastasis in L2 and L3

Answer 246

A. Burst fracture of L4

Question 247

Which of these contrast enhancement protocols should be used to evaluate a mediastinal tumor? A. 30 second scan delay time B. Bolus tracking in the pulmonary arteries C. Bolus tracking in the ascending aorta D. Non-contrast

Answer 247

A. 30 second scan delay time

Question 248

Which of these contrast enhancement timing methods would be appropriate for imaging of the Circle of Willis? A. Bolus tracking in the aortic arch B. Bolus tracking in the jugular vein C. 45 second scan delay time D. 60 second scan delay time.

Answer 248

A. Bolus tracking in the aortic arch

Question 249

Which of these data sets should be used as the source images for creating reformations through the ankle? A. 0.5 mm thickness x 0.5 mm interval B. 0.7 mm thickness x 0.5 mm interval C. 1.0 mm thickness x 5.0 mm interval D. 2.0 mm thickness x 2.0 mm interval

Answer 249

A. 0.5 mm thickness x 0.5 mm interval

Question 250

Which of these gating techniques require that scan data be acquired for all phases of cardiac contraction and relaxation? A. Prospective gating B. Retrospective gating C. Both prospective and retrospective gating

Answer 250

B. Retrospective gating

Question 251

Which of these imaging planes is commonly used to visualize the full extent of the aortic arch and the entirety of the thoracic aorta? A. Axial B. Sagittal C. Coronal D. Oblique

Answer 251

B. Sagittal

Question 252

Which of these imaging protocol allow for large gaps between reconstructed slices? A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism C. CT chest in venous phase D. CT high resolution chest

Answer 252

D. CT high resolution chest

Question 253

Which of these intravenous contrast protocols would provide the best arterial enhancement during a CTA runoff procedure? A. 150 ml at 4 ml/sec B. 150 ml at 2.5 ml/sec C. 90 ml at 4 ml/sec D. 100 ml at 3 ml/sec

Answer 253

A. 150 ml at 4 ml/sec

Question 254

Which of these IV contrast injection parameters are suitable for imaging of the coronary arteries? A. 150 ml 4 ml/sec B. 150 ml at 2.5 ml/sec C. 90 ml at 4 ml/sec D. 100 ml at 3 ml/sec

Answer 254

A. 150 ml 4 ml/sec

Question 255

Which of these IV contrast protocols is appropriate for CT imaging of the coronary arteries? A. 150 ml at 4 ml/sec B. 150 ml at 2.5 ml/sec C. 90 ml at 4 ml/sec D. 100 ml at 3 ml/sec

Answer 255

A. 150 ml at 4 ml/sec

Question 256

Which of these IV contrast-enhancement protocols should be used for imaging the abdominal aorta? A. Bolus tracking in abdominal aorta B. Bolus tracking in the ascending aorta C. 60 second delay time D. 90 scan delay time

Answer 256

A. Bolus tracking in abdominal aorta

Question 257

Which of these medications may be administered to stimulate emptying of the stomach in preparation of the CT enterography study? A. Metoclopramide B. Glucagon C. Nitroglycerin D. Beta blocker

Answer 257

A. Metoclopramide

Question 258

Which of these protocols demonstrates arterial structures from the diaphragm through the ankles? A. CTA for pulmonary embolism B. CTA thoracic aorta C. CTA lower extremity D. CTA Runoff

Answer 258

D. CTA Runoff

Question 259

Which of these protocols will best demonstrate stenosis of the pulmonary arteries? A. CTA chest of the thoracic aorta B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism C. CT chest in venous phase D. CT high resolution chest

Answer 259

B. CTA chest for pulmonary embolism

Question 260

Which of these reconstruction parameters is suitable for multiphase imaging of the pancreas? A. 2.5 mm slices in a softening algorithm B. 5.0 mm slices in a softening algorithm C. 2.5 mm slices in a sharpening algorithm D. 5.0 mm slices in a sharpening algorithm

Answer 260

A. 2.5 mm slices in a softening algorithm

Question 261

Which of these reconstruction parameters would be most appropriate for CT imaging of the lumbar spine following the myelogram protocol? A. 1.0 mm slice thickness and 1.0 slice interval B. 3.0 mm slice thickness and 3.0 slice interval C. 1.0 mm slice thickness and 2.0 slice interval D. 3.0 mm slice thickness and 1.5 slice interval

Answer 261

A. 1.0 mm slice thickness and 1.0 slice interval

Question 262

Which of these reconstruction parameters would be most appropriate for CT imaging of the cervical spine without contrast? A. 1.0 mm slice thickness and 1.0 slice interval B. 2.0 mm slice thickness and 2.0 slice interval C. 1.0 mm slice thickness and 2.0 slice interval D. 3.0 mm slice thickness and 3.0 slice interval

Answer 262

A. 1.0 mm slice thickness and 1.0 slice interval

Question 263

Which of these reconstruction slice parameters will produce images with the least amount of image noise in the brain? A. 2.5 mm slices in the bone algorithm B. 2.5 mm slices in the standard algorithm C. 5.0 mm slices in the bone algorithm D. 5.0 mm slices in the standard algorithm

Answer 263

D. 5.0 mm slices in the standard algorithm

Question 264

Which of these renal structures are maximally enhanced between 60 and 90 seconds after injecting IV contrast injection? A. Renal arteries B. Nephrons C. Renal pelvis D. Renal cortex

Answer 264

B. Nephrons

Question 265

Which of these scans must be performed from superior to inferior? A. CT head without contrast B. CT venogram head C. CTA head D. CTA head and neck

Answer 265

B. CT venogram head

Question 266

Which of these scout images demonstrates an 18 cm display field-of-view? A. Image A B. Image B C. Image C D. Image D

Answer 266

C. Image C

Question 267

Which of these slice parameters are preferred for visualization of the posterior fossa of the cranium? A. 2.5 mm slices with matching slice interval B. 2.5 mm slices with 5 mm interval C. 5 mm slices with 2.5 mm interval D. 5 mm slices with matching interval

Answer 267

A. 2.5 mm slices with matching slice interval

Question 268

Which of these slice parameters should be used to create multiplanar reformations of the abdomen and pelvis? A. 1.25 mm B. 2.5 mm C. 5.0 mm D. 10 mm

Answer 268

A. 1.25 mm

Question 269

Which of these statements is true concerning the delayed phase of IV contrast enhancement? A. Most contrast has washed out of organs B. Arteries are brightly enhanced with contrast C. Veins are brightly enhanced with contrast D. All contrast has been collected by the kidneys

Answer 269

A. Most contrast has washed out of organs

Question 270

Which of these structures will demonstrate the highest level of contrast enhancement at a 25-second scan delay time? A. Renal arteries B. Nephrons C. Renal pelvis D. Renal veins

Answer 270

A. Renal arteries

Question 271

Which of these studies is most useful for mapping the collecting system prior to ureter stent placement? A. CT renal stone protocol B. CT kidney protocol C. CT adrenal protocol D. CT urogram protocol

Answer 271

D. CT urogram protocol

Question 272

Which of these studies is most useful in identifying the cause of recurrent renal stones? A. CT renal stone protocol B. CT kidney protocol C. CT adrenal protocol D. CT urogram protocol

Answer 272

D. CT urogram protocol

Question 273

Which of these venous access devices are sometimes labeled for CT power injection? A. Central lines (port) B. Dialysis catheters C. Jugular lines

Answer 273

A. Central lines (port)

Question 274

Which of these windowing techniques is appropriate for viewing the arteries of a CTA head examination? A. 400 window width and 40 window level B. 80 window width and 40 window level C. 2500 window width and 600 window level D. 1500 window width and -400 window level

Answer 274

A. 400 window width and 40 window level

Question 275

Which of these windowing techniques is appropriate for viewing the intervertebral disc following routine imaging of the spine? A. 400 window width and 40 window level B. 80 window width and 40 window level C. 2500 window width and 600 window level D. 1500 window and -400 window level

Answer 275

A. 400 window width and 40 window level

Question 276

Which phase of IV contrast enhancement is ideal for initial imaging of intracranial hemorrhage? A. Venous phase B. Arterial phase C. Delayed phase D. Non-contrast

Answer 276

D. Non-contrast

Question 277

Which three of the following is an appropriate indication for CT imaging of the facial bones? (Select three) A. Maxillary Mass B. Diffuse Swelling C. Dental abscess D. Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

Answer 277

A. Maxillary Mass B. Diffuse Swelling C. Dental abscess

Question 278

Which two of these reformation series are typically created with CT imaging of the thoracic spine without contrast (Select two): A. Sagittal reformation of the full scan B. Coronal reformation of the full scan C. Axial reformations on the disc spaces

Answer 278

A. Sagittal reformation of the full scan B. Coronal reformation of the full scan

Question 279

While viewing high-resolution images of the lungs, the radiologists notices a suspicious mass in the mediastinum. What window presentation will she use to view the mass? A. 400 WW and 40 WL B. 2500 WW and 600 WL C. 1800 WW and 600WL D. 80 WW and 30 WL

Answer 279

A. 400 WW and 40 WL

Question 280

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Temporal bone B. Frontal bone C. Ethmoid sinus D. Maxillary sinus

Answer 280

C. Ethmoid sinus

Question 281

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Frontal bone B. Zygoma C. Temporal bone D. Maxillary sinus

Answer 281

B. Zygoma

Question 282

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Zygomatic arch B. Frontal sinus C. Ethmoid sinus D. Mastoid process

Answer 282

D. Mastoid process

Question 283

What facial injury is visible in this image? A. Blowout fracture B. Nasal bone fracture C. LeFort fracture D. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture E. Mandibular fracture

Answer 283

B. Nasal bone fracture

Question 284

What cranial injury is visible in this image? A. Diastatic skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 284

D. Basilar skull fracture

Question 285

What structure is represented by letter (B)? A. Mastoid air cells B. Occipital bone C. Frontal sinus D. Squamosal suture

Answer 285

D. Squamosal suture

Question 286

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Mastoid Process B. Zygomatic arch C. Ethmoid sinus D. Frontal sinus

Answer 286

B. Zygomatic arch

Question 287

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Temporal bone B. Zygomatic arch C. Maxillary bone D. Frontal bone E. Mandible

Answer 287

E. Mandible

Question 288

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Mandible B. Maxillary bone C. Nasal bone D. Parietal bone

Answer 288

C. Nasal bone

Question 289

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Mandible B. Maxillary sinus C. Maxillary bone D. Frontal sinus

Answer 289

B. Maxillary sinus

Question 290

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Mastoid Process B. Zygomatic arch C. Ethmoid sinus D. Frontal sinus

Answer 290

B. Zygomatic arch

Question 291

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Sphenoid sinus B. Ethmoid sinus C. Frontal sinus D. Mastoid process

Answer 291

A. Sphenoid sinus

Question 292

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Maxillary bone B. Maxillary sinus C. Zygomatic bone D. Mandible

Answer 292

A. Maxillary bone

Question 293

Evaluation of injuries to the mastoid process will require diagnostic imaging of the: A. Paranasal sinuses B. Lower cranium C. Upper cranium D. Mandible

Answer 293

B. Lower cranium

Question 294

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Parietal bone B. Frontal bone C. Nasal bone D. Temporal bone

Answer 294

B. Frontal bone

Question 295

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Maxillary sinus B. Foramen magnum C. Mastoid air cell D. Mandible

Answer 295

D. Mandible

Question 296

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Occipital bone B. Parietal bone C. Temporal bone D. Frontal bone

Answer 296

B. Parietal bone

Question 297

This coronal image of the face shows multiple fractures to the left zygoma and maxilla. What facial injury is visible in this image? A. Blowout fracture B. Nasal bone fracture C. LeFort fracture D. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture E. Mandibular fracture

Answer 297

D. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture

Question 298

What structure of the cranium is represent by letter A? A. Sagittal suture B. Coronal suture C. Lambdoidal suture D. Foramen magnum

Answer 298

A. Sagittal suture

Question 299

What cranial injury is visible in this image? A. Liner skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 299

C. Ping-pong skull fracture

Question 300

Identify “C” in the anatomy in this image. A. Mastoid air cells B. Occipital bone C. Frontal bone D. Squamosal suture

Answer 300

A. Mastoid air cells

Question 301

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Mastoid air cells B. Occipital bone C. Frontal sinus D. Squamosal suture

Answer 301

C. Frontal sinus

Question 302

This coronal image of the facial bones demonstrates a linear fracture extending across the entire face, through the nasal cavity and both maxillary sinuses. What name is given to this kind of fracture? A. Blowout fracture B. Nasal bone fracture C. LeFort fracture D. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture

Answer 302

C. LeFort fracture

Question 303

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Occipital bone B. Sphenoid bone C. Temporal bone D. Sella turcica

Answer 303

A. Occipital bone

Question 304

This image demonstrates fractures affecting the zygomatic arch and the right maxillary sinus. What facial injury is visible in this image? A. Blowout fracture B. Nasal bone fracture C. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture D. Mandibular fracture

Answer 304

C. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture

Question 305

What structure is represented by letter G? A. Mandible B. Maxillary bone C. Nasal bone D. Parietal bone

Answer 305

A. Mandible

Question 306

What structure is represented by the letter C? A. Mandible B. Maxillary sinus C. Maxillary bone D. Frontal sinus

Answer 306

B. Maxillary sinus

Question 307

What facial injury is visible in this image? A. Blowout fracture B. Nasal bone fracture C. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture D. Mandibular fracture

Answer 307

D. Mandibular fracture

Question 308

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Frontal bone B. Zygoma C. Temporal bone D. Maxillary bone

Answer 308

B. Zygoma

Question 309

Which of these skull fractures does NOT include significant displacement of the affected cranial bone? A. Linear skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-Pong skull fracture

Answer 309

A. Linear skull fracture

Question 310

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Frontal sinus B. Sphenoid sinus C. Ethmoid sinus D. Zygomatic arch

Answer 310

C. Ethmoid sinus

Question 311

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Zygomatic bone B. Maxillary bone C. Frontal bone

Answer 311

C. Frontal bone

Question 312

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Sphenoid sinus B. Mandible C. Ethmoid sinus D. Zygomatic arch

Answer 312

D. Zygomatic arch

Question 313

Which of these injuries is most likely to be associated with dural tears, cranial instability, and CSF leaking? A. Linear skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-Pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 313

D. Basilar skull fracture

Question 314

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Zygomatic bone B. Frontal bone C. Mandible D. Temporal bone

Answer 314

A. Zygomatic bone

Question 315

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Mandible B. Zygomatic bone C. Frontal sinus D. Maxillary sinus

Answer 315

C. Frontal sinus

Question 316

Traumatic injuries causing a linear skull fracture is most likely to be associated with which of these conditions? A. Intracranial bleeding B. Ischemic stroke C. Cerebral aneurysm D. Arterial-venous malformations

Answer 316

A. Intracranial bleeding

Question 317

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Sphenoid sinus B. Ethmoid sinus C. Mandible D. Zygomatic arch

Answer 317

A. Sphenoid sinus

Question 318

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Occipital bone B. Parietal bone C. Temporal bone D. Frontal bone

Answer 318

B. Parietal bone

Question 319

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Zygomatic bone B. Maxillary bone C. Frontal bone

Answer 319

B. Maxillary bone

Question 320

A 38 year old patient presents to the emergency department with severe cranial trauma after being struck on the head with a hammer. CT imaging of the injury will likely reveal a: A. Linear skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 320

B. Depressed skull fracture

Question 321

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Frontal bone B. Maxillary bone C. Zygomatic bone

Answer 321

C. Zygomatic bone

Question 322

The cranial injury visible in this image is described as a: A. Linear skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 322

C. Ping-pong skull fracture

Question 323

What cranial injury is visible in this image? A. Linear skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 323

B. Depressed skull fracture

Question 324

What cranial injury is visible in this image? A. Linear skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 324

A. Linear skull fracture

Question 325

What cranial injury is visible in this image? A. Linear skull fracture B. Depressed skull fracture C. Ping-pong skull fracture D. Basilar skull fracture

Answer 325

B. Depressed skull fracture

Question 326

A zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture usually affects the zygomatic arch, the maxillary sinus, and what other structure? A. Wall of the orbit B. Ethmoid sinus C. Frontal sinus D. Nasal septum

Answer 326

A. Wall of the orbit

Question 327

In the image below, the large accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid is called a(n): A. Arachnoid cyst B. Astrocytoma C. Meningioma D. Pituitary adenoma

Answer 327

A. Arachnoid cyst

Question 328

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Middle Cerebral Artery B. Anterior Cerebral Artery C. Basilar Artery D. Internal Carotid Artery E. Posterior Cerebral Artery

Answer 328

C. Basilar Artery

Question 329

What structure is represented by the letter C? A. Fourth ventricle B. Ethmoid sinus C. Cerebellum D. Sphenoid sinus

Answer 329

C. Cerebellum

Question 330

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Lateral fissure B. Lateral ventricle C. Thalamus D. Frontal lobe

Answer 330

D. Frontal lobe

Question 331

What structure is represented by letter E? A. C1 B. Lateral ventricle C. Superior sagittal sinus D. Pons

Answer 331

D. Pons

Question 332

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Posterior Cerebral Artery B. Vertebral Artery C. Basilar Artery D. Internal Carotid Artery E. Anterior Cerebral artery

Answer 332

C. Basilar Artery

Question 333

This image demonstrates bilateral blood accumulation on surface of the brain. Based on the appearance of blood, what is the condition? A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Subdural hematoma C. Meningioma D. Pituitary adenoma E. Arterial Venous Malformation (AVM)

Answer 333

B. Subdural hematoma

Question 334

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Lateral ventricle B. Pons C. Parietal lobe D. Superior sagittal sinus

Answer 334

C. Parietal lobe

Question 335

What pathology is visible in the image below? A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Hydrocephalus C. Meningioma D. Pituitary adenoma E. Arterial Venous Malformation

Answer 335

B. Hydrocephalus

Question 336

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Cerebellum B. Occipital lobe C. Parietal lobe D. Temporal lobe

Answer 336

A. Cerebellum

Question 337

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Cerebellum B. Sphenoid sinus C. Maxillary sinus

Answer 337

A. Cerebellum

Question 338

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Longitudinal fissure B. Parietal lobe C. Lateral fissure D. Cerebellum

Answer 338

B. Parietal lobe

Question 339

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Frontal lobe B. Pons C. Lateral fissure D. Temporal lobe

Answer 339

D. Temporal lobe

Question 340

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Middle Cerebral Artery B. Anterior Communicating Artery C. Posterior Cerebral Artery D. Vertebral Artery

Answer 340

D. Vertebral Artery

Question 341

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Temporal lobe B. Ethmoid sinus C. Cerebellum D. Orbit

Answer 341

A. Temporal lobe

Question 342

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Superior sagittal sinus B. C1 C. C2 D. Pons

Answer 342

B. C1

Question 343

This image demonstrates a benign tumor of the brain called a: A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Hydrocephalus C. Meningioma D. Pituitary adenoma

Answer 343

C. Meningioma

Question 344

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Temporal lobe B. Longitudinal fissure C. Lateral fissure D. Frontal lobe

Answer 344

B. Longitudinal fissure

Question 345

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Anterior Communicating artery B. Posterior Communicating artery C. Middle Cerebral artery D. Internal Carotid artery

Answer 345

D. Internal Carotid artery

Question 346

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Temporal lobe B. Superior sagittal sinus C. Ethmoid sinus D. Sphenoid sinus

Answer 346

D. Sphenoid sinus

Question 347

This image shows an entangled web of enlarged blood vessels in the brain. What pathology is visible in the image? A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Hydrocephalus C. Meningioma D. Pituitary adenoma E. Arterial Venous Malformation (AVM)

Answer 347

E. Arterial Venous Malformation (AVM)

Question 348

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Temporal lobe B. Sphenoid sinus C. Ethmoid sinus D. Superior sagittal sinus

Answer 348

D. Superior sagittal sinus

Question 349

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Cerebellum B. Lateral fissure C. Longitudinal fissure D. Occipital lobe

Answer 349

A. Cerebellum

Question 350

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Posterior Cerebral artery B. Anterior Cerebral artery C. Middle Cerebral artery D. Basilar artery E. Internal Carotid artery

Answer 350

B. Anterior Cerebral artery

Question 351

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Parietal lobe B. Cerebellum C. Pons D. Temporal lobe

Answer 351

C. Pons

Question 352

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Temporal lobe B. Lateral fissure C. Frontal lobe D. Lateral ventricle

Answer 352

C. Frontal lobe

Question 353

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Temporal lobe B. Occipital lobe C. Frontal lobe D. Cerebellum

Answer 353

B. Occipital lobe

Question 354

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Parietal lobe B. Frontal lobe C. Occipital lobe D. Temporal lobe

Answer 354

A. Parietal lobe

Question 355

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Frontal lobe B. Cerebellum C. Brain stem D. Occipital lobe

Answer 355

C. Brain stem

Question 356

Based on the position and appearance of the tumor imaged below, this abnormality is most likely a: A. Ischemic stroke B. Meduloblastoma C. Metastatic lesion D. Pituitary adenoma

Answer 356

B. Meduloblastoma

Question 357

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Longitudinal fissure B. Pons C. Frontal lobe D. Lateral fissure

Answer 357

C. Frontal lobe

Question 358

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Temporal lobe B. Frontal lobe C. Lateral Ventricle D. Lateral fissure

Answer 358

A. Temporal lobe

Question 359

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Posterior Cerebral artery B. Middle Cerebral artery C. Anterior Communicating Artery D. Vertebral Arterty

Answer 359

A. Posterior Cerebral artery

Question 360

This is an MRO weighted so that cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) appears bright white. What pathology is visible in the image? A. Arachnoid cyst B. Astrocytoma C. Meningioma D. Pituitary adenoma

Answer 360

A. Arachnoid cyst

Question 361

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Vertebral artery B. Middle Cerebral Artery C. Posterior Cerebral Artery D. Anterior Communicating Artery

Answer 361

B. Middle Cerebral Artery

Question 362

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Posterior Communicating Artery B. Middle Cerebral Artery C. Posterior Cerebral Artery D. Anterior Cerebral Artery

Answer 362

A. Posterior Communicating Artery

Question 363

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. Middle Cerebral Artery C. Basilar Artery D. Posterior Cerebral Artery E. Anterior Cerebral Artery

Answer 363

B. Middle Cerebral Artery

Question 364

What pathology is visible in the image below? A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Hydrocephalus C. Metastatic cancer D. Pituitary adenoma E. Acoustic Neuroma

Answer 364

E. Acoustic Neuroma

Question 365

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Occipital lobe B. Frontal lobe C. Lateral fissure D. Lateral ventricle

Answer 365

C. Lateral fissure

Question 366

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Parietal lobe B. Cerebellum C. Frontal lobe D. Temporal lobe

Answer 366

D. Temporal lobe

Question 367

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Medulla oblongata B. Pons C. Corpus callosum D. Lateral ventricle

Answer 367

C. Corpus callosum

Question 368

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Thalamus B. Lateral fissure C. Lateral ventricle D. Occipital lobe

Answer 368

A. Thalamus

Question 369

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Anterior communicating Artery B. Middle Cerebral Artery C. Internal Carotid Artery D. Posterior Communicating Artery

Answer 369

A. Anterior communicating Artery

Question 370

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Lateral fissure B. Longitudinal fissure C. Cerebrum D. Falx cerebri

Answer 370

C. Cerebrum

Question 371

This non-contrast CT image demonstrates blood accumulation throughout the suprasellar cistern. This condition is called: A. Ischemic stroke B. Encephalitis C. Meningioma D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Answer 371

D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Question 372

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Cerebrum B. Falx cerebri C. Lateral fissure D. Longitudinal fissure

Answer 372

B. Falx cerebri

Question 373

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Ethmoid sinus B. Cerebellum C. Sphenoid sinus D. Orbit

Answer 373

D. Orbit

Question 374

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. Middle Cerebral Artery C. Basilar Artery D. Posterior Cerebral Artery

Answer 374

B. Middle Cerebral Artery

Question 375

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. Middle Cerebral Artery C. Basilar Artery D. Posterior Cerebral Artery

Answer 375

A. Internal Carotid Artery

Question 376

In this MRI image of the Circle of Willis, a ruptured aneurysm at the tip of the basilar artery has caused a condition called: A. Metastatic disease B. Encephalitis C. Meningioma D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage E. Arterial Venous Malformation

Answer 376

1. D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Question 377

The patient imaged below is likely experiencing neurological deficits as a result of: A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Hydrocephalus C. Meningioma D. Pituitary adenoma

Answer 377

A. Hemorrhagic stroke

Question 378

The image below shows multiple contrast-enhanced lesions in the brain. What is the likely diagnosis? A. Ischemic stroke B. Meduloblastoma C. Metastatic lesions D. Pituitary adenoma

Answer 378

C. Metastatic lesions

Question 379

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Vertebral artery B. Posterior Cerebral artery C. Anterior Cerebral artery D. Basilar Artery

Answer 379

B. Posterior Cerebral artery

Question 380

In the image below, the large hematoma on the surface of the brain is called a: A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Hydrocephalus C. Astrocytoma D. Epidural hemorrhage

Answer 380

D. Epidural hemorrhage

Question 381

Thrombosis within the any vessel in the Circle of Willis may cause the clinical manifestation of: A. Ischemic stroke B. Hydrochephalus C. Meningitis D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Answer 381

A. Ischemic stroke

Question 382

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Common Carotid Artery B. Internal Jugular Vein C. Aortic Arch D. Vertebral artery

Answer 382

B. Internal Jugular Vein

Question 383

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Internal Jugular Vein B. Trachea C. Brachiocephalic Artery D. Aortic Arch

Answer 383

C. Brachiocephalic Artery

Question 384

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Orbit D. Common Carotid

Answer 384

C. Orbit

Question 385

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Left Subclavian Artery B. Right Subclavian Artery C. Vertebral Artery D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 385

C. Vertebral Artery

Question 386

What structure is represented in letter C? A. Vertebral Foramen B. Transverse Foramen C. Spinous Process D. Lamina

Answer 386

B. Transverse Foramen

Question 387

What structure is represented in letter D? A. Transverse Foramina B. Odontoid Process C. Anterior Arch of C1 D. Vertebral Foramen

Answer 387

B. Odontoid Process

Question 388

What structure is represented in letter D? A. Vertebral Foramen B. Transverse Foramen C. Spinous Process D. Lamina

Answer 388

C. Spinous Process

Question 389

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Right Brachiocephalic Vein B. Left Brachiochephalic Vein C. Right Common Carotid Artery D. Left Common Carotid Artery

Answer 389

D. Left Common Carotid Artery

Question 390

What structure is represented by letter F? A. Left Internal Jugular Vein B. Aortic Arch C. Right Common Carotid Artery D. Left Internal Carotid Artery

Answer 390

B. Aortic Arch

Question 391

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Middle Cerebral Artery D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 391

B. External Carotid Artery

Question 392

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Common Carotid Artery B. Vertebral Artery C. Middle Cerebral Artery D. Internal Carotid Artery

Answer 392

A. Common Carotid Artery

Question 393

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Vertebral Artery D. Internal Jugular Vein E. External Jugular Vein

Answer 393

B. External Carotid Artery

Question 394

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Internal Jugular Vein B. Vertebral Artery C. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 394

B. Vertebral Artery

Question 395

What structure is represented in letter F? A. ALL B. PLL C. Supraspinous Ligament D. Interspinous Ligament

Answer 395

C. Supraspinous Ligament

Question 396

What structure is represented by letter F? A. Clavicle B. Mandible C. Sphenoid sinus D. Sternum

Answer 396

A. Clavicle

Question 397

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Common Carotid Artery B. Right Brachiocephalic Vein C. Left Brachiocephalic Vein D. Laryngopharynx

Answer 397

A. Common Carotid Artery

Question 398

Structure is represented by letter D? A. Vertebral Artery B. Sternocleidomastoid muscle C. Internal Jugular vein D. Common carotid artery

Answer 398

B. Sternocleidomastoid muscle

Question 399

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Left Subclavian Artery B. Right Subclavian Artery C. Vertebral Artery D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 399

D. Common Carotid Artery

Question 400

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Vertebral Artery D. Internal Jugular Vein

Answer 400

D. Internal Jugular Vein

Question 401

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Sphenoid Sinus B. Mastoid Air Cells C. Orbit D. Ethmoid Sinus

Answer 401

D. Ethmoid Sinus

Question 402

What structure is represented by letter F? A. Internal Jugular Vein B. Aortic Arch C. Laryngopharynx D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 402

A. Internal Jugular Vein

Question 403

Which of these pathologies is demonstrated in the image below? A. Meningioma B. Tethered cord C. Spondylolisthesis D. Metastasis

Answer 403

B. Tethered cord

Question 404

What structure is represented in letter C? A. C1 B. C2 C. Transverse Process D. Sphenoid Sinuses

Answer 404

B. C2

Question 405

What structure is represented in letter B? A. Sphenoid Process B. Odontoid Process C. Anterior Arch of C1 D. Transverse Foramina

Answer 405

A. Sphenoid Process

Question 406

What structure is represented by letter F? A. Trachea B. Tongue C. Sphenoid Sinus D. Nasopharynx

Answer 406

A. Trachea

Question 407

What structure is represented in letter B? A. Lamina B. Vertebral Foramen C. Spinous process D. Intervertebral Foramina

Answer 407

A. Lamina

Question 408

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Middle Cerebral Artery D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 408

C. Middle Cerebral Artery

Question 409

What structure is represented in letter B? A. Intervertebral disc B. Transverse Foramina C. Psoas Muscles D. Intervertebral Foramina

Answer 409

A. Intervertebral disc

Question 410

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Clavicle B. Sternum C. Vertebra D. Rib

Answer 410

A. Clavicle

Question 411

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Nasopharynx B. Laryngopharynx C. Oropharynx D. Sphenoid Sinus

Answer 411

D. Sphenoid Sinus

Question 412

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Middle Cerebral Artery D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 412

A. Internal Carotid Artery

Question 413

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Internal Jugular Vein B. Aortic Arch C. Laryngopharynx D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 413

C. Laryngopharynx

Question 414

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Right Brachiocephalic Vein B. Left Brachiocephalic Vein C. Right Common Carotid Artery D. Left Common Carotid Artery

Answer 414

C. Right Common Carotid Artery

Question 415

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Orbit D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 415

D. Common Carotid Artery

Question 416

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Vertebral Artery D. Basilar Artery

Answer 416

B. External Carotid Artery

Question 417

What pathology is visible in this image? A. Meningioma B. Spina Bifida C. Tethered cord D. Ankylosing Spondylitis

Answer 417

B. Spina Bifida

Question 418

Structure is represented by letter E? A. Vertebral Artery B. Sternocleidomastoid muscle C. Internal Carotid Artery D. Mandible

Answer 418

A. Vertebral Artery

Question 419

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Middle Cerebral Artery D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 419

B. External Carotid Artery

Question 420

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Nasopharynx B. Mandible C. Maxillary sinus D. Vertebral Artery

Answer 420

B. Mandible

Question 421

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Left internal Jugular Vein B. Aortic Arch C. Right Common Carotid Artery D. Left internal Carotid Artery

Answer 421

A. Left internal Jugular Vein

Question 422

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Orbit D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 422

A. Internal Carotid Artery

Question 423

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Left Subclavian Artery B. Right Subclavian Artery C. Vertebral Artery D. Common Carotid Artery

Answer 423

B. Right Subclavian Artery

Question 424

What pathology is visible in this image? A. Meningioma B. Spina Bifida C. Tethered cord D. Metastasis

Answer 424

A. Meningioma

Question 425

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Trachea B. Esophagus C. Vertebra D. Sternum

Answer 425

B. Esophagus

Question 426

What is the structure represented in letter A? A. Lamina B. Vertebral Foramen C. Spinous Process D. Intervertebral Foramina

Answer 426

D. Intervertebral Foramina

Question 427

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Medulla oblongata B. Cervical vertebra C. Spinal Cord D. Cerebrum

Answer 427

A. Medulla oblongata

Question 428

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Common Carotid Artery B. Internal Jugular Vein C. Aortic Arch D. Vertebral Artery

Answer 428

A. Common Carotid Artery

Question 429

What structure is represented in letter C? A. Internal Carotid Artery B. External Carotid Artery C. Vertebral Artery D. Internal Jugular Vein E. External Jugular Vein

Answer 429

D. Internal Jugular Vein

Question 430

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Brachiocephalic Vein B. Subclavian Artery C. Esophagus D. Pulmonary Artery

Answer 430

C. Esophagus

Question 431

This image shows blotchy fluid accumulation throughout the right lung. What is the likely diagnosis for this pathology? A. Pleural effusion B. Pneumothorax C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Emphysema

Answer 431

C. Pneumonia

Question 432

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Right Ventricle B. Left Ventricle C. Left Atrium D. Pulmonary Artery E. Pulmonary Vein

Answer 432

E. Pulmonary Vein

Question 433

Which of these conditions often results in well-organized collections in the lungs with abscess or cavity formation? A. Hemothorax B. Pneumothorax C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Emphysema

Answer 433

D. Tuberculosis

Question 434

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Rib B. Coracoid process C. Sternum D. Scapular Spine

Answer 434

D. Scapular Spine

Question 435

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is commonly associated with which of these conditions? A. Pulmonary embolism B. Cardiomegaly C. Myxoma D. Aortic aneurysm E. Coronary artery disease

Answer 435

B. Cardiomegaly

Question 436

What condition is visualized as destruction and enlargement of air spaces in the lungs? A. Hemothorax B. Pneumothorax C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Emphysema

Answer 436

E. Emphysema

Question 437

What structure is represented in letter D? A. Right ventricle B. Left ventricle C. Left atrium D. Pulmonary artery E. Pulmonary vein

Answer 437

B. Left ventricle

Question 438

Excessive fluid accumulation in the pericardial sac is called: A. Pericardial effusion B. Cardiomegaly C. Pulmonary embolism D. Aortic aneurysm

Answer 438

A. Pericardial effusion

Question 439

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Left main coronary artery B. Ascending Aorta C. Descending Aorta D. Circumflex Artery

Answer 439

B. Ascending Aorta

Question 440

A condition of air in the pleural cavity is called: A. Hemothorax B. Pneumothorax C. Pneumonia D. Pleural effusion

Answer 440

B. Pneumothorax

Question 441

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Descending Aorta B. Main Stem Bronchi C. IVC D. Pulmonary Trunk

Answer 441

B. Main Stem Bronchi

Question 442

The patient below has not experienced recent trauma, but they do have a known diagnosis of lung cancer. The fluid accumulation in the posterior lungs is probably a condition of: A. Hemothorax B. Pneumothorax C. Pneumonia D. Pleural effusion

Answer 442

D. Pleural effusion

Question 443

What structure is represented in letter E? A. Right coronary artery B. Circumflex artery C. Left anterior descending artery D. Ascending aorta E. Descending aorta

Answer 443

B. Circumflex artery

Question 444

Which of these lung conditions originates from a disease process outside the lungs? A. Pulmonary metastasis B. Bronchogenic carcinoma C. Pneumonia D. Pleural effusion E. Emphysema

Answer 444

A. Pulmonary metastasis

Question 445

This image demonstrates large areas of hyper-inflated lung tissue. This condition is called: A. Hemothorax B. Pleural effusion C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Emphysema

Answer 445

E. Emphysema

Question 446

What structure is represented in letter C? A. Left main coronary artery B. Ascending aorta C. Descending aorta D. Circumflex artery

Answer 446

A. Left main coronary artery

Question 447

What structure is represented in letter C? A. Ascending aorta B. Descending aorta C. IVC D. Pulmonary Trunk

Answer 447

D. Pulmonary Trunk

Question 448

The appearance of multiple contrast-enhancing tumors throughout the lungs is a sign of: A. Pulmonary metastasis B. Bronchogenic carcinoma C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Emphysema

Answer 448

A. Pulmonary metastasis

Question 449

Based on the appearance of multiple contrast enhanced lesions, this patient probably has a condition called: A. Pulmonary metastasis B. Bronchogenic carcinoma C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Emphysema

Answer 449

A. Pulmonary metastasis

Question 450

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Scapular Spine B. Glenoid Process C. Acromion process D. Coracoid process

Answer 450

D. Coracoid process

Question 451

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Left atrium B. Aorta C. Circumflex artery D. Right coronary artery

Answer 451

D. Right coronary artery

Question 452

What structure is represented in letter D? A. Right coronary artery B. Circumflex artery C. Left Anterior Descending Artery D. Ascending Aorta E. Descending Aorta

Answer 452

C. Left Anterior Descending Artery

Question 453

What structure is represented in letter E? A. Right coronary artery B. Circumflex artery C. Left anterior Descending artery D. Ascending Aorta

Answer 453

B. Circumflex artery

Question 454

In this image, scarring of the lung tissue is called: A. Hemothroax B. Pleural effusion C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Interstitial lung disease

Answer 454

E. Interstitial lung disease

Question 455

What structure is represented in letter B? A. Right atrium B. Left Atrium C. Right Ventricle D. Left Ventricle E. Right Coronary Artery

Answer 455

E. Right Coronary Artery

Question 456

This patient has experience trauma to the chest. Based on this history, and the appearance of the below, what pathology is demonstrated? A. Hemothorax B. Pneumothorax C. Pneumonia D. Pleural Effusion

Answer 456

A. Hemothorax

Question 457

Scarring and deformation of lung tissue condition called: A. Hemothorax B. Pneumothorax C. Pneumonia D. Tuberculosis E. Interstitial lung disease

Answer 457

E. Interstitial lung disease

Question 458

What structure is represented in letter B? A. Rib B. Acromion Process C. Coracoid Process D. Scapular Spine

Answer 458

A. Rib

Question 459

What structure is represented in letter E? A. Right atrium B. Left atrium C. Right ventricle D. Left ventricle

Answer 459

B. Left atrium

Question 460

What structure is represented in letter D? A. Femoral head B. Femoral artery C. Acetabulum D. Pubic symphysis E. Femoral vein

Answer 460

A. Femoral head

Question 461

What liver pathology is demonstrated in coronal MR image? A. Liver laceration B. Hepatocellular carcinoma C. Liver metastasis D. Liver Hemangioma

Answer 461

B. Hepatocellular carcinoma

Question 462

What aspect of this axial computed tomography image represents pancreatic cancer?

Answer 462

A.

Question 463

In the image below, the abdnormal size of the spleen indicates which diagnosis? A. Splenic lymphoma B. Splenic laceration C. Liver metastasis D. Liver hemangioma

Answer 463

A. Splenic lymphoma

Question 464

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Renal Artery B. Superior mesenteric Artery C. Celiac trunk D. Common iliac artery

Answer 464

A. Renal Artery

Question 465

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Stomach B. Liver C. Aorta D. Spleen E. Inferior vena cava

Answer 465

E. Inferior vena cava

Question 466

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Stomach B. Liver C. Aorta D. Spleen E. Inferior Vena Cava

Answer 466

D. Spleen

Question 467

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Psoas muscle B. Inferior vena cava C. Aorta D. Large bowel

Answer 467

B. Inferior vena cava

Question 468

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Rectum B. Ilium C. Bladder D. Sacrum

Answer 468

B. Ilium

Question 469

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Iliac crest B. Internal iliac artery C. External iliac artery D. Sacrum

Answer 469

A. Iliac crest

Question 470

Which of the following terms describes a primary liver cancer? A. Liver laceration B. Hepatocellular carcinoma C. Liver metastasis D. Liver Hemangioma

Answer 470

B. Hepatocellular carcinoma

Question 471

Inflammation of the pancreas with associated ascites are common signs of: A. Pancreatitis B. Pancreatic cancer C. Metastatic disease D. Ulcerative colitis

Answer 471

A. Pancreatitis

Question 472

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Portal vein B. Small bowel C. Ascending colon D. Descending colon E. Gall bladder

Answer 472

C. Ascending colon

Question 473

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Aorta B. Small bowel C. Ascending colon D. Psoas muscle E. Spinal cord

Answer 473

B. Small bowel

Question 474

This image demonstrates significant dilation of the small bowel as well as thickening of the small bowel wall. What pathologies are visible in this image? Choose multiple. A. Crohn's disease B. Colitis C. Small bowel obstruction D. Colorectal cancer

Answer 474

A. Crohn's disease C. Small bowel obstruction

Question 475

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Femoral head B. Pelvic bone C. Femoral neck D. Greater trochanter

Answer 475

D. Greater trochanter

Question 476

What structure is represented in letter C? A. Femoral head B. Femoral artery C. Pubic symphysis D. Femoral vein

Answer 476

C. Pubic symphysis

Question 477

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Gall bladder B. Renal artery C. Inferior vena cava D. Small bowel

Answer 477

B. Renal artery

Question 478

What kind of liver pathology appears as a contrast-enhancing lesion in the arterial phase of contrast enhancement? A. Liver laceration B. Hepatocellular carcinoma C. Liver metastasis D. Liver Hemangioma

Answer 478

B. Hepatocellular carcinoma

Question 479

Which of these conditions is an idiopathic inflammatory pathology primarily affecting the small bowel? A. Crohn's disease B. Colitis C. Small bowel obstruction D. Colorectal cancer

Answer 479

A. Crohn's disease

Question 480

This patient arrived in the ER with sudden onset RLQ pain. Based on the clinical history and the image below, what is the probable diagnosis? A. Hepatocellular carcinoma B. Appendicitis C. Bowel obstruction D. Colorectal cancer

Answer 480

B. Appendicitis

Question 481

What structure is represented by letter C? A. Stomach B. Gallbladder C. Superior mesenteric artery D. Spleen

Answer 481

A. Stomach

Question 482

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Vagina B. Fat C. Bladder D. Rectum

Answer 482

B. Fat

Question 483

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Right kidney B. Left kidney C. Liver D. Stomach

Answer 483

D. Stomach

Question 484

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Aorta B. Portal vein C. Stomach D. Psoas muscle

Answer 484

A. Aorta

Question 485

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Pubic bone B. Sacral Bone C. Anus D. Fat

Answer 485

A. Pubic bone

Question 486

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Coccyx B. Femoral head C. Rectum D. Bladder E. Acetabulum

Answer 486

D. Bladder

Question 487

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Liver B. Gall bladder C. Transverse colon D. Ascending colon

Answer 487

D. Ascending colon

Question 488

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Splenic vein B. Portal vein C. Renal medulla D. Stomach E. Renal cortex

Answer 488

E. Renal cortex

Question 489

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Spleen B. Celiac trunk C. Gall bladder D. Kidney E. Large bowel

Answer 489

B. Celiac trunk

Question 490

What structure is represented in letter A? A. Iliac crest B. Internal iliac artery C. External iliac artery D. Sacrum

Answer 490

C. External iliac artery

Question 491

What structure is represented by letter B? A. Gall bladder B. Renal artery C. Inferior vena cava D. Small bowel

Answer 491

C. Inferior vena cava

Question 492

What structure is represented by letter E? A. Small bowel B. Large bowel C. Liver D. Stomach

Answer 492

A. Small bowel

Question 493

What structure is represented in letter F? A. Femoral head B. Ilium C. Sacrum D. Obturator foramen

Answer 493

D. Obturator foramen

Question 494

This patient was involved in a motor vehicle accident and now experiences right flank pain. Based on the clinical history and appearance of the image, what is the most likely diagnosis? A. Liver laceration B. Spleen laceration C. Liver metastasis D. Liver hemangioma

Answer 494

A. Liver laceration

Question 495

What structure is represented in letter E? A. Psoas muscle B. Common iliac artery C. Transverse process D. Spinous process E. Colon

Answer 495

C. Transverse process

Question 496

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Psoas muscle B. Aorta C. Portal vein D. Inferior vena cava

Answer 496

C. Portal vein

Question 497

What structure is represented by letter A? A. Prostate B. Rectum C. Femoral artery D. Bladder

Answer 497

C. Femoral artery

Question 498

What structure is represented by letter D? A. Splenic Vein B. Portal Vein C. Renal Medulla D. Stomach E. Renal Cortex

Answer 498

A. Splenic Vein