SOFT TISSUE POWERPOINT

Question 1

What are soft tissue structures in the cervical area (3)

Answer 1

1. Pharynx
2. Trachea
3. Esophagus

Question 2

Structures of soft tissue in the thorax (3)

Answer 2

1. Mediastinum
2. Lungs
3. Heart/ vessels

Question 3

Six structures of soft tissue in the abdomen

Answer 3

1. GI
2. Hepatobiliary
3. Urinary
4. Reproductive
5. Hemolymphatic
6. Endocrine

Question 4

What is the primary obstacle when radiographing soft tissue

Answer 4

Minimal density difference between different tissue

Question 5

What is used to enhance the visibility of soft tissues

Answer 5

Contrast media

Question 6

Success factors for radiographing soft tissue (3)

Answer 6

1. High kVp/ low mAs for long scale/ low contrast
   2.Fast exposure
2. Use a grid

Question 7

In addition to the three basic success factors for radiographing soft tissue, what other specific factors can help with abdomen radiographs (3)

Answer 7

1. Fasting 12- 24 hours
2. Enema > 1 hour prior
3. Exposure on expiration

Question 8

In addition to the three basic success factors for radiographing soft tissue, what other specific factors can help with Thorax radiographs (2)

Answer 8

1. Exposure less than or equal to 1/30 of a second
2. Exposure on inspiration

Question 9

What is the most useful view for soft tissues in the cervical area

Answer 9

Lateral

Question 10

What is a concern for a soft tissue radiograph in the cervical area

Answer 10

Spine superimposition