Ribs Quiz

Question 1

Which of the following is the correct breathing instructions for ribs above the diaphragm?

a.)stop breathing
b.) suspended respiration on inspiration
c.) expiration
d.) double inspiration

Answer 1

b.) suspended respiration on inspiration

Question 2

How many ribs should be seen above the diaphragm?

a.) 1-5
b.) 9-12
c.) 1-10
d.) 1-12

Answer 2

c.) 1-10

Question 3

Where should the central ray be directed for bilateral posterior ribs?

a.) 1/2’’ below jugular notch
b.) 1/2’’ to 1’’ below jugular notch
c.) 1’’ to 2’’ below jugular notch
d.) 3 to 4 inches below juglar notch

Answer 3

d.) 3 to 4 inches below jugular notch

Question 4

How much should the patient be rotated for AP/PA ribs?

a.) 15 degrees
b.) 20 degrees
c.) 30 degrees
d.) 45 degrees

Answer 4

d.) 45 degrees

Question 5

Where should the CR be directed on AP/PA unilateral ribs?

a.) 1/2’’ above the shoulder
b.) 1’’ above the shoulder
c.) 1 1/2’’ above the shoulders
d.) 2’’ above the shoulders

Answer 5

c.) 1 1/2’’ above the shoulders

Question 6

A minimum of 40’’ SID should be used when performing bilateral ribs, 72’’ SID can be used to minimize magnification.

a.) true
b.) false

Answer 6

a.) true

Question 7

Ribs below the diaphragm should be performed erect.

a.) true
b.) false

Answer 7

b.) false

Question 8

The correct positioning for anterior ribs the patient should be performed in the PA projection.

a.) true
b.) false

Answer 8

a.) true

Question 9

Which of the following is the correct breathing instructions for ribs below the diaphragm?

a.) suspended respiration on inspiration
b.) stop breathing
c.) breathing technique
d.) expiration

Answer 9

d.) expiration

Question 10

How many ribs should be seen below the diaphragm?

a.) 1-5
b.) 1-10
c.) 9-12
d.) only axillary ribs are seen

Answer 10

c.) 9-12