Thrall chapter 34 Pleural space

Question 1

1) Which radiographic projection is best for seeing interlobar fissures with a smaller amount of pleural effusion?
a) VD
b) DV

Answer 1

1) A, and lateral projections can be good too.

Question 2

2) Which of the following is not a common cause of unilateral pleural effusion in cats or dogs?
a) Pyothorax
b) Chronic pleural effusions
c) Acute CHF in cats
d) FIP in cats

Answer 2

C

Question 3

3) Small volume pneumothorax is best appreciated in which projection?
a) Either lateral
b) VD
c) DV

Answer 3

A

Question 4

4) Which of the following is false regarding tension pneumothorax?
a) It occurs when pleural space pressure exceeds atmospheric pressure
b) It occurs when pleural space pressure equals atmospheric pressure
c) It can be unilateral
d) It causes maximal lung collapse and tenting of the diaphragm

Answer 4

B

Question 5

5) Rounding of the margin of the lungs in a patient with pleural fluid is usually a sign of what?
a) A diaphragmatic hernia
b) Pneumothorax
c) Pneumomediastinum
d) Pleural fibrosis

Answer 5

D

Question 6

6) A 6 year old basset hound has thoracic radiographs because it is panting excessively. Does this patient have any signs of pleural effusion?
a) Yes
b) No

Answer 6

6) B no normal chondrodystrophic conformation, can confirm by looking for fissure lines

Question 7

7) What is your radiographic interpretation for the radiograph below?
a) Pneumothorax
b) Pleural effusion
c) Microcardia
d) Tension pneumothorax

Answer 7

C