Question 1

MATCHING
Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition.
-Bone tumors

Accepted Answer

A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0) 
A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0)

Question 2

What is the name of the joint found between the proximal and distal phalanges of the first digit?

Accepted Answer

A)  Proximal interphalangeal 
B)  Distal interphalangeal 
C)  Metacarpophalangeal 
D)  Interphalangeal 
A)  Proximal interphalangeal 
B)  Distal interphalangeal 
C)  Metacarpophalangeal 
D)  Interphalangeal

Question 3

Which basic projection of the elbow best demonstrates the trochlear notch in profile?

Accepted Answer

A)  AP 
B)  Lateral 
C)  Medial rotation oblique 
D)  Lateral rotation oblique 
A)  AP 
B)  Lateral 
C)  Medial rotation oblique 
D)  Lateral rotation oblique

Question 4

MATCHING
Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition.
-Carpal tunnel syndrome

Accepted Answer

A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0) 
A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0)

Question 5

The first metacarpophalangeal joint has a(n)____ type of joint movement.

Accepted Answer

A)  plane 
B)  trochoidal 
C)  sellar 
D)  ellipsoidal 
A)  plane 
B)  trochoidal 
C)  sellar 
D)  ellipsoidal

Question 6

The joint found between the base of the third metacarpal and carpal bone is the:

Accepted Answer

A)  intercarpal. 
B)  interphalangeal. 
C)  carpometacarpal. 
D)  proximal metacarpophalangeal. 
A)  intercarpal. 
B)  interphalangeal. 
C)  carpometacarpal. 
D)  proximal metacarpophalangeal.

Question 7

Which routine projection of the elbow will best demonstrate an elevated or visible posterior fat pad?

Accepted Answer

A)  True AP with no rotation 
B)  True lateral with 90° flexion 
C)  Lateral rotation oblique 
D)  Coyle method 
A)  True AP with no rotation 
B)  True lateral with 90° flexion 
C)  Lateral rotation oblique 
D)  Coyle method

Question 8

Which of the following structures is considered to be most posterior?

Accepted Answer

A)  Coronoid process 
B)  Radial tuberosity 
C)  Trochlea 
D)  Olecranon process 
A)  Coronoid process 
B)  Radial tuberosity 
C)  Trochlea 
D)  Olecranon process

Question 9

What is the distance between the tabletop and Bucky tray on most floating tabletop type of tables?

Accepted Answer

A)  1/2 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) 
B)  1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) 
C)  2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm) 
D)  3 to 4 inches (8 to 10 cm) 
A)  1/2 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) 
B)  1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) 
C)  2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm) 
D)  3 to 4 inches (8 to 10 cm)

Question 10

A radiograph of the elbow demonstrates the radius directly superimposed over the ulna and the coronoid process in profile.Which projection of the elbow has been performed?

Accepted Answer

A)  AP 
B)  Lateral 
C)  Lateral rotation oblique 
D)  Medial rotation oblique 
A)  AP 
B)  Lateral 
C)  Lateral rotation oblique 
D)  Medial rotation oblique

Question 11

This projection is performed to rule out:

Accepted Answer

A)  median nerve impingement. 
B)  calcification in carpal sulcus. 
C)  carpal tunnel syndrome. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  median nerve impingement. 
B)  calcification in carpal sulcus. 
C)  carpal tunnel syndrome. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 12

MATCHING
Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition.
-Advanced osteoporosis

Accepted Answer

A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0) 
A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0)

Question 13

Why is it important to keep the phalanges parallel to the IR for a PA oblique projection of the hand?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prevents foreshortening of phalanges and obscuring of interphalangeal joints 
B)  Prevents foreshortening of radiocarpal joint 
C)  Opens up the carpometacarpal joints 
D)  Demonstrates the sesamoid bones near the first interphalangeal joint 
A)  Prevents foreshortening of phalanges and obscuring of interphalangeal joints 
B)  Prevents foreshortening of radiocarpal joint 
C)  Opens up the carpometacarpal joints 
D)  Demonstrates the sesamoid bones near the first interphalangeal joint

Question 14

A patient with a fractured forearm had the fracture reduced and a fiberglass cast placed on the extremity.The orthopedic surgeon orders a postreduction study.The original kV was 60 kV.Which one of the following kV factors should be selected for the postreduction study?

Accepted Answer

A)  63 kV 
B)  67 kV 
C)  70 kV 
D)  75 kV 
A)  63 kV 
B)  67 kV 
C)  70 kV 
D)  75 kV

Question 15

How much CR angulation to the long axis of the hand is required for the tangential,inferosuperior projection to demonstrate the carpal sulcus (canal)?

Accepted Answer

A)  10° to 15° 
B)  25° to 30° 
C)  35° to 45° 
D)  5° to 10° 
A)  10° to 15° 
B)  25° to 30° 
C)  35° to 45° 
D)  5° to 10°

Question 16

This projection is correctly referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  carpal canal, inferosuperior projection. 
B)  carpal tunnel, inferosuperior projection. 
C)  Gaynor-Hart method. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  carpal canal, inferosuperior projection. 
B)  carpal tunnel, inferosuperior projection. 
C)  Gaynor-Hart method. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 17

Which of the carpal bones is considered to be the largest?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hamate 
B)  Triquetrum 
C)  Trapezium 
D)  Capitate 
A)  Hamate 
B)  Triquetrum 
C)  Trapezium 
D)  Capitate

Question 18

The AP oblique bilateral hands projection ("ball-catcher's position")is performed to evaluate for early signs of:

Accepted Answer

A)  gout. 
B)  osteoporosis. 
C)  rheumatoid arthritis. 
D)  bursitis. 
A)  gout. 
B)  osteoporosis. 
C)  rheumatoid arthritis. 
D)  bursitis.

Question 19

Match each fracture description with the corresponding term.(Use each choice only once.)
-Fracture and dislocation of posterior lip of distal radius

Accepted Answer

A) Smith fracture 
B) Barton fracture 
C) Colles' fracture 
D) Bennett's fracture 
E) Boxer's fracture 
A) Smith fracture 
B) Barton fracture 
C) Colles' fracture 
D) Bennett's fracture 
E) Boxer's fracture

Question 20

A radiograph of a PA oblique of the hand reveals that the midaspect of the fourth and fifth metacarpals is superimposed.What specific positioning error has been committed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excessive rotation of the hand and/or wrist 
B)  Insufficient rotation of the hand and/or wrist 
C)  Incorrect CR angulation 
D)  Fingers of the hand are not parallel to IR 
A)  Excessive rotation of the hand and/or wrist 
B)  Insufficient rotation of the hand and/or wrist 
C)  Incorrect CR angulation 
D)  Fingers of the hand are not parallel to IR

MATCHING Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition. -Bone tumors

What is the name of the joint found between the proximal and distal phalanges of the first digit?

Which basic projection of the elbow best demonstrates the trochlear notch in profile?

MATCHING Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition. -Carpal tunnel syndrome

The first metacarpophalangeal joint has a(n)____ type of joint movement.

The joint found between the base of the third metacarpal and carpal bone is the:

Which routine projection of the elbow will best demonstrate an elevated or visible posterior fat pad?

Which of the following structures is considered to be most posterior?

What is the distance between the tabletop and Bucky tray on most floating tabletop type of tables?

A radiograph of the elbow demonstrates the radius directly superimposed over the ulna and the coronoid process in profile.Which projection of the elbow has been performed?

This projection is performed to rule out:

MATCHING Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition. -Advanced osteoporosis

Why is it important to keep the phalanges parallel to the IR for a PA oblique projection of the hand?

A patient with a fractured forearm had the fracture reduced and a fiberglass cast placed on the extremity.The orthopedic surgeon orders a postreduction study.The original kV was 60 kV.Which one of the following kV factors should be selected for the postreduction study?

How much CR angulation to the long axis of the hand is required for the tangential,inferosuperior projection to demonstrate the carpal sulcus (canal)?

This projection is correctly referred to as:

Which of the carpal bones is considered to be the largest?

The AP oblique bilateral hands projection ("ball-catcher's position")is performed to evaluate for early signs of:

Match each fracture description with the corresponding term.(Use each choice only once.) -Fracture and dislocation of posterior lip of distal radius

A radiograph of a PA oblique of the hand reveals that the midaspect of the fourth and fifth metacarpals is superimposed.What specific positioning error has been committed?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

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 4: Upper Limb

MATCHING Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition. -Bone tumors

What is the name of the joint found between the proximal and distal phalanges of the first digit?

Which basic projection of the elbow best demonstrates the trochlear notch in profile?

MATCHING Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition. -Carpal tunnel syndrome

The first metacarpophalangeal joint has a(n)____ type of joint movement.

The joint found between the base of the third metacarpal and carpal bone is the:

Which routine projection of the elbow will best demonstrate an elevated or visible posterior fat pad?

Which of the following structures is considered to be most posterior?

What is the distance between the tabletop and Bucky tray on most floating tabletop type of tables?

A radiograph of the elbow demonstrates the radius directly superimposed over the ulna and the coronoid process in profile.Which projection of the elbow has been performed?

This projection is performed to rule out:

MATCHING Select the correct manual exposure adjustment for each disease or condition. -Advanced osteoporosis

Why is it important to keep the phalanges parallel to the IR for a PA oblique projection of the hand?

A patient with a fractured forearm had the fracture reduced and a fiberglass cast placed on the extremity.The orthopedic surgeon orders a postreduction study.The original kV was 60 kV.Which one of the following kV factors should be selected for the postreduction study?

How much CR angulation to the long axis of the hand is required for the tangential,inferosuperior projection to demonstrate the carpal sulcus (canal)?

This projection is correctly referred to as:

Which of the carpal bones is considered to be the largest?

The AP oblique bilateral hands projection ("ball-catcher's position")is performed to evaluate for early signs of:

Match each fracture description with the corresponding term.(Use each choice only once.) -Fracture and dislocation of posterior lip of distal radius

A radiograph of a PA oblique of the hand reveals that the midaspect of the fourth and fifth metacarpals is superimposed.What specific positioning error has been committed?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

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