V3 - Procedures Flashcards
Which method of respiration will demonstrate the maximum number of ribs above the diaphragm when performing an AP projection of the upper ribs?
Suspended deep inspiration
What should be demonstrated on a properly exposed supine image of the abdomen?
Perirenal fat
The Alexander method is performed to demonstrate a dislocation of which joint?
AC joint
How should the radiographer rotate the patient’s lower leg and foot for an AP oblique projection of the second toe?
30-45 degrees medially
For which purpose is orthoroentgenography performed?
Long bone measurement
Why is a cross-table lateral preferred over a recumbent left lateral when obtaining images for a myelogram?
Contrast may move out of the area of interest when rolling into the lateral position
image Click on the left sphenoid strut.
*The sphenoid strut is a bony wall separating the optic foramen from the superior orbital fissure.
Which radiographic appearance results when the anterior surface of the patient’s elbow is rotated 45 degrees medially for an AP elbow projection?
The coronoid process is seen in profile
Which structure is demonstrated without superimposition on a properly positioned medial oblique foot image?
Cuboid
Which statement describes the presence of patient rotation on a lateral cervical spine image?
Anterior to posterior displacement of zygopophyseal joints
Which wrist projection best demonstrates a Colles’ fracture?
Lateral wrist
Which type of pathology is defined as inflammation of an out pouching of the colon?
Diverticulitis
Which finding is demonstrated most clearly by a left lateral decubitus image of the abdomen?
Free air over the liver
image Consider the oblique hand image. Which statement correctly describes this image?
The hand is under-rotated
Which x-ray tube orientation is used to create a 90-degree angle between the CR and the metatarsals for an AP axial projection of the foot?
10 degrees posteriorly
Beginning with the patient’s head in a true lateral position, which positioning method is recommended for demonstrating the mandibular body without foreshortening on an axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible?
Rotate the patient’s head 30 degrees toward the IR
Which anatomical structure is the most medial?
Coronoid tubercle
Which positioning procedure is performed to demonstrate the right intervertebral foramina of the cervical spine?
AP projection, 45 degree LPO
Which method of respiration is recommended for a soft tissue neck exam to evaluate the trachea?
Suspended inspiration
Which alternative procedure is recommended when positioning a patient for a Swimmer’s lateral (twining method) of the cervicothoracic region (C7-T1) if the shoulder away from the IR cannot be fully depressed?
Angle the CR 3-5 degrees caudad
Which body plane is positioned perpendicular to the IR on a lateral chest projection?
MCP
image Place the cursor at the location of the olecranon process.
You should know where this is
Where should the CR enter the patient for a lateral sacrum projection?
3-4 inches posterior to the ASIS
At which location is the CR directed for an AP projection of the thoracic spine?
Midway between the sternal notch and the xiphoid process
Which anatomical landmark coincides with the level of the CR entrance point for a PA chest projection?
Inferior border of the scapula