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Rad I Review Flashcards

1
Q

Which of the following is NOT part of the respiratory system?

A

Esophagus

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2
Q

Why is a chest x-ray taken at a 72-inch SID?

A

Minimize magnification of heart

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3
Q

The iliac crest is at what vertebral level?

A

L4

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4
Q

What structure must be included in an AP Upright Abdomen?

A

Diaphragm

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5
Q

Which view demonstrates air/fluid levels?

A

Lateral decube
AP upright
Dorsal Decubitus position
All of the above

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6
Q

What part of the metacarpal is known as the “knuckle?”

A

Head

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7
Q

Which of the following carpal is found in the distal row?

A

Capitate

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8
Q

Articulation between the head of the metacarpal and the proximal phalanx?

A

MCP

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9
Q

For an AP projection of the 1st digit, the CR enters at the:

A

MCP

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10
Q

The hand should be turned ___ degrees laterally for a PA Oblique view.

A

45 degree

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11
Q

For a Lateromedial projection of the hand, the CR enters at the:

A

2nd MCP joint

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12
Q

The Ball-Catcher’s position of the hand is done to evaluate for:

A

Rheumatoid arthritis

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13
Q

Which joint is classified as synovial, diarthrotic, ellipsoidal?

A

Radiocarpal joint

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14
Q

What is the most commonly fractured carpal bone?

A

Scaphoid

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15
Q

The “capitate” is known as:

A

Os Magnum

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16
Q

What nerve passes through the carpal canal?

A

median

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17
Q

The radial notch is found on the:

A

ulna

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18
Q

The head of the ulna is located at the distal end of the bone:

A

true

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19
Q

In what view of the wrist do we see the open trapeziotrapezoid and scaphotrapezial joint space?

A

PA External oblique

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20
Q

The AP Medial Oblique of the wrist best demonstrates the:

A

pisiform

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21
Q

How many degrees is the CR angled for the Bridgman position of the wrist?

A

20

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22
Q

The humeral epicondyles should appear _______ in a Lateromedial Forearm

A

Superimposed

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23
Q

Which of the following is NOT part of the elbow joint proper?

A

Distal radioulnar point

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24
Q

Shallow depression on the anterior surface superior to the trochlea?

A

Coronoid fossa

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25
Q

The humeroradial joint is the articulation between the ___ of the humerus and the ___ of the radius

A

Capitulum; head

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26
Q

The ____ fat pad is located anterior and parallel to the anterior aspect of the proximal radius

A

Supinator

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27
Q

For an AP projection of the elbow, where does the CR enter?

A

1” distal to medial epicondyle

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28
Q

Which view of the elbow shows the coronoid process in profile?

A

Internal oblique

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29
Q

The olecranon process is seen in profile in the ____ view of the elbow:

A

Lateral

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30
Q

For the Acute Flexion of Proximal Forearm view, where does the CR enter?

A

2” distal to olecranon process

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31
Q

How many degrees is the elbow flexed for a Coyle Method view of the radial head?

A

90 degree

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32
Q

Which of the following is NOT part of the shoulder girdle?

A

Humerus

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33
Q

Which of the following is located on the lateral side of the humerus?

A

Greater tubercal

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34
Q

Which of the following is classified as a synovial, ball-and-socket joint?

A

Scapulohumeral joint

35
Q

In which view of the humerus is the humeral head and greater tubercle are seen in profile?

A

AP

36
Q

Which of the following is seen in an AP Internal Rotation of the shoulder?

A

Lesser tubercle in profile

37
Q

For the Inferosuperior Axial View of the shoulder, the CR should be angled:

A

15-30 degree

38
Q

Which of the following can be done if the unaffected arm cannot be raise for a Transthoracic view of the shoulder?

A

Angle CR 10-15 degrees cephalic

39
Q

The CR enters ____ for a AP External Rotation of the shoulder:

A

-1 inch inferior to coracoid process

40
Q

Which end of the clavicle is located medially?

A

Sternal

41
Q

What surface of the scapula contains the subscapular fossa?

A

Anterior

42
Q

Extends from the scapular notch to the superior portion of scapular neck?

A

Coracoid process

43
Q

Which of the following is classified as a flat bone?

A

Scapular

44
Q

The AP view of the clavicle is taken on:

A

expiration

45
Q

For a PA Axial Clavicle, the CR should be angled:

A

15-30 degree caudad

46
Q

Which view of the scapula is taken during shallow breathing?

A

AP

47
Q

When performing bilateral AC joints, where should the CR enter?

A
  • At the level of the AC joints

- 1-1 ½ inches above jugular notch

48
Q

Performing the AC joints with and without weights helps to demonstrate:

A
  • Dislocation
  • Function of the joint
  • Joint separation
49
Q

During a myelogram, contrast media is administered:

A

intrathecally

50
Q

What is the atomic number of barium?

A

56

51
Q

What type of contrast is useful for coating the mucosal lining of the esophagus?

A

Thick barium

52
Q

What type of contrast is used in defacography?

A

Barium paste

53
Q

Which of the following is NOT a complication from receiving barium?

A

Diarrhea

54
Q

If water-soluble iodinated contrast leaks into the peritoneal cavity, the body will absorb it?

A

True

55
Q

A measure of the total number of particles in a solution per kilogram of water?

A

Osmolality

56
Q

Which of the following is an example of ionic iodinated contrast media?

A

Renografin

57
Q

“Arrhythmia” is considered a _____ contrast reaction?

A

Severe (abnormal hearbeat)

58
Q

The normal range of creatinine level is:

A

0.6-1.2 mg/Dl

59
Q

Which portion of the alimentary canal is responsible for egestion?

A

Large intestine

60
Q

The outermost layer of the esophagus is the:

A

fibrous layer

61
Q

What is the most superior portion of the stomach?

A

Fundus

62
Q

In adults, the average length of the small intestine is:

A

22 feet

63
Q

What is the most distal portion of the small intestine?

A

Ileum

64
Q

Patient takes in deep breath and holds breath in while bearing down:

A

Valsalva maneuver

65
Q

How many degrees is the patient obliqued for an RAO of the esophagus?

A

35-40 degree

66
Q

Which view of the UGI is the best image of the pyloric canal and shows the duodenal loop free of superimposition:

A

RAO

67
Q

When is a small bowel series considered complete?

A

Hwen the barium reaches the cecum

68
Q

The vermiform appendix is found on the:

A

cecum

69
Q

Longest, most moveable part of the colon:

A

transverse

70
Q

Shows anatomy and tone of the colon:

A

positive contrast

71
Q

For a barium enema, the temperature of the barium should be:

A

85-90 degree

72
Q

For a barium enema, the rectal tip should not be inserted more than:

A

4 inches

73
Q

For the Left Lateral view of a BE, the CR should be at the level of the:

A

ASIS

74
Q

Which view of the BE best demonstrates the hepatic flexure?

A

LPO

75
Q

Which of the following is NOT part of the urinary system?

A

Prostate

76
Q

The outer covering of the kidney is termed:

A

renal capsule

77
Q

The structural and functional unit of the kidney is the:

A

nephron

78
Q

The adult bladder can hold approximately _____ of fluid:

A

500

79
Q

Opening situated at the neck of the bladder which gives rise to the urethra:

A

internal urethral orifice

80
Q

Exam of the bladder and urethra:

A

cystourethrography

81
Q

When applying compression during an IVU, the device should be placed:

A

at the level of ASIS

82
Q

A nephrotomogram is done to visualize the:

A

Renal parenchyma

83
Q

How many degrees should the patient be obliqued for an RPO or LPO during an IVU?

A

30 degrees

84
Q

An AP of the bladder requires that the CR enter at the level of the:

A

ASIS

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