Special Views Pelvis Test Flashcards
The correct CR for an inlet projection of the pelvis is :
a.) 45 degrees oblique
b.) 40 degrees caudad
c.) perpendicular
d.) 20-35 degrees cephalic
b.) 40 degrees caudad
For both the inlet and outlet projections, the ___________ should be aligned to the table.
a.) MSP
b.) MCP
a.) MSP
The inlet and outlet views are primarily done to evaluate:
a.) the acetabulum
b.) for trauma
c.) the birth canal
b.) for trauma
What degree should the CR be angled for men versus women?
men- 20-35 degrees
women- 30-45 degrees
The obturator foramen should appear open and equidistant is a criteria for which projection?
a.) inlet
b.) outlet
b.) outlet
Where should the CR be centered for the judet method when imaging the downside acetabulum?
a.) 2 inches distal to the ASIS
b.) at the ASIS
c.) 2 inches distal and medial to the ASIS
d.) 1-2 inches distal to the symphisis pubis
c.) 2 inches distal and medial to the ASIS
_____________ have a heart shaped pelvis.
a.) females
b.) males
c.) children
b.) males
The ischial spines are demonstrated best on the ___________ projection.
a.) inlet
b.) outlet
c.) judet
a.) inlet
The taylor method is also known as:
a.) inlet projection
b.) outlet projection
c.) judet method
b.) outlet projection
___________ will have a wider and more shallow pelvis.
a.) females
b.) males
a.) females
The pelvic ring is best demonstrated in its entirety on the ____________ projection.
a.) judet
b.) inlet
c.) outlet
b.) inlet
The rami of the pelvis and the ischium are best demonstrated on the:
a.) inlet projection
b.) judet method
c.) outlet projection
c.) outlet projection
The obturator foramen will appear closed on the __________ position of the judet method.
a.) upside
b.) downside
b.) downside
Where should the CR be centered on the outlet projection?
a.) 1-2 inches above the symphisis pubis
b.) 1-2 inches distal to the symphisis pubis
c.) 2 inches medial and distal to the ASIS
d.) at the ASIS
b.) 1-2 inches distal to the symphisis pubis
