Thrall chapter 38 abdomen intro

Question 1

1. Which radiograph of the abdomen should ideally be taken first to increase the chances of seeing gas in the duodenum?
   a. Right lateral
   b. left lateral
   c. DV
   d. Any projection

Answer 1

B

Question 2

2. What is the reasoning for why a low kVp/ high mAs technique is used for abdominal radiography when using film screen? (can be more than one)
   a. It will lead to a short scale of contrast, with few greys and more blacks and whites (high contrast)
   b. Exposure time is not as critical for the abdomen
   c. A low contrast technique is needed due to the inherent contrast between tissues
   d. It will lead to a long scale of contrast to increase the shades of grey seen

Answer 2

A,B more photoelectric effect

Question 3

3. Which of the following organs can be seen radiographically in cats and considered normal?
   a. adrenal glands
   b. lymph nodes
   c. pancreas
   d. ureters

Answer 3

3.A can be if mineralised, c can sometimes see left limb in a vd radiograph.