Procedures Flashcards
Each of the following bones make up a part of the orbit except:
frontal
maxilla
lacrimal
nasal
Nasal
In a correctly positioned LPO for barium enema exam, what is demonstrated open without significant superimposition?
right colic flexure
left colic flexure
sigmoid colon
rectosigmoid region
Right colic flexure
Obstruction of small intestine due to cessation of peristalsis is termed?
a. adynamic ileus
b. paralytic ileus
c. mechanical ileus
d. both a and b are correct
A & B
A radiograph of a lateral L5-S1 projection reveals that the joint space is not open. The following factors were used on this female patient: 90 kV, 40-inch SID, grid, 5° cephalic angle. Which of the following factors needs to be modified to produce a more diagnostic image?
Change direction of CR angle to caudad
A lateral projection of the thoracic spine reveals that the upper aspect, which is a primary area of interest on this patient, is obscured by the patient’s shoulders. Which of the following changes will best demonstrate this region of the spine?
Perform cervicothoracic (swimmer’s) lateral position.
A radiograph of a lateral projection of the cranium reveals anterior and posterior separation of the mandibular rami. Which of the following positioning errors led to this radiographic outcome?
Rotation
Which of the following describes a properly positioned AP shoulder in internal rotation?
lesser tubercle in profile medially
greater tubercle in profile laterally
neither tubercle in profile
greater tubercle in profile medially
lesser tubercle in profile medially
Which of the following organs is retroperitoneal?
Spleen
Stomach
Pancreas
Liver
Pancreas
Where is the CR directed for an asthenic patient for a RAO projection of the stomach?
2 inches below level of L1
A RPO projection of the sacroiliac joint clearly demonstrates which open joint?
Side up, side farthest from the IR
