Question 1

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.)
-Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity

Accepted Answer

A) Volvulus 
B) Adynamic ileus 
C) Ascites 
D) Ulcerative colitis 
E) Pneumoperitoneum
F)Intussusception
G)Crohn's disease 
A) Volvulus 
B) Adynamic ileus 
C) Ascites 
D) Ulcerative colitis 
E) Pneumoperitoneum
F)Intussusception
G)Crohn's disease

Question 2

Where is the CR centered for the left lateral decubitus projection of the abdomen?

Accepted Answer

A)  Level of iliac crest 
B)  Xiphoid process 
C)  2 inches (5 cm) above iliac crest 
D)  2 inches (5 cm) below iliac crest 
A)  Level of iliac crest 
B)  Xiphoid process 
C)  2 inches (5 cm) above iliac crest 
D)  2 inches (5 cm) below iliac crest

Question 3

The technologist must ____ manual exposure factors for a patient with severe ascites.

Accepted Answer

A)  increase 
B)  not change 
C)  decrease 
D)  switch to automatic exposure control (AE
C)  
A)  increase 
B)  not change 
C)  decrease 
D)  switch to automatic exposure control (AE
C)

Question 4

MATCHING
Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures.
-Adrenal glands

Accepted Answer

A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal 
A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal

Question 5

Where must the CR be centered for an AP supine projection of the abdomen as part of the acute abdominal series?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 inches (5 cm) above iliac crest 
B)  At level of iliac crest 
C)  Level of umbilicus 
D)  At level of the axilla 
A)  2 inches (5 cm) above iliac crest 
B)  At level of iliac crest 
C)  Level of umbilicus 
D)  At level of the axilla

Question 6

MATCHING
Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures.
-Lower rectum

Accepted Answer

A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal 
A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal

Question 7

Which aspect of the small intestine is considered the shortest?

Accepted Answer

A)  Duodenum 
B)  Jejunum 
C)  Cecum 
D)  Ileum 
A)  Duodenum 
B)  Jejunum 
C)  Cecum 
D)  Ileum

Question 8

Which of the following conditions can produce a dynamic bowel obstruction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fibrous adhesions 
B)  Crohn's disease 
C)  Intussusception 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Fibrous adhesions 
B)  Crohn's disease 
C)  Intussusception 
D)  All of the above

Question 9

The most common type of involuntary motion in the abdomen is peristalsis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of pneumoperitoneum.The patient is able to stand and lie recumbent.Which one of the following projections will best demonstrate the severity of this condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  AP KUB 
B)  AP erect abdomen 
C)  Right lateral decubitus 
D)  Dorsal decubitus 
A)  AP KUB 
B)  AP erect abdomen 
C)  Right lateral decubitus 
D)  Dorsal decubitus

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.) -Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity

Where is the CR centered for the left lateral decubitus projection of the abdomen?

The technologist must ____ manual exposure factors for a patient with severe ascites.

MATCHING Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Adrenal glands

Where must the CR be centered for an AP supine projection of the abdomen as part of the acute abdominal series?

MATCHING Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Lower rectum

Which aspect of the small intestine is considered the shortest?

Which of the following conditions can produce a dynamic bowel obstruction?

The most common type of involuntary motion in the abdomen is peristalsis.

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of pneumoperitoneum.The patient is able to stand and lie recumbent.Which one of the following projections will best demonstrate the severity of this condition?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

Femur and Pelvic Girdle

Cervical and Thoracic Spine

Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx

Bony Thorax-Sternum and Ribs

Cranium, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses

Biliary Tract and Upper Gastrointestinal System

Lower Gastrointestinal System

Urinary System and Venipuncture

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

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Exam 3: Abdomen

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.) -Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity

Where is the CR centered for the left lateral decubitus projection of the abdomen?

The technologist must ____ manual exposure factors for a patient with severe ascites.

MATCHING Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Adrenal glands

Where must the CR be centered for an AP supine projection of the abdomen as part of the acute abdominal series?

MATCHING Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Lower rectum

Which aspect of the small intestine is considered the shortest?

Which of the following conditions can produce a dynamic bowel obstruction?

The most common type of involuntary motion in the abdomen is peristalsis.

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of pneumoperitoneum.The patient is able to stand and lie recumbent.Which one of the following projections will best demonstrate the severity of this condition?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

Femur and Pelvic Girdle

Cervical and Thoracic Spine

Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx

Bony Thorax-Sternum and Ribs

Cranium, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses

Biliary Tract and Upper Gastrointestinal System

Lower Gastrointestinal System

Urinary System and Venipuncture

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Filters