Question 1

Which of the labeled structures is the ischial spine?

Accepted Answer

A)  N 
B)  M 
C)  O 
D)  L 
E)  P 
A)  N 
B)  M 
C)  O 
D)  L 
E)  P E

Question 2

The lesser sciatic notch is an aspect of the:

Accepted Answer

A)  ilium. 
B)  ischium. 
C)  sacrum. 
D)  pubis. 
A)  ilium. 
B)  ischium. 
C)  sacrum. 
D)  pubis. B

Question 3

A common condition of the femur that develops in elderly patients,leading to frequent fractures of the hip (proximal femur),is:

Accepted Answer

A)  congenital hip dysplasia. 
B)  Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. 
C)  avascular necrosis 
D)  developmental dysplasia of the hip. 
A)  congenital hip dysplasia. 
B)  Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. 
C)  avascular necrosis 
D)  developmental dysplasia of the hip. C

Question 4

The use of the 80 to 85 kV (analog)technique (as opposed to 70 kV)with a corresponding mAs change for an AP pelvis projection will result in:

Accepted Answer

A)  increased radiographic contrast. 
B)  improved spatial resolution. 
C)  reduction in gonadal dose. 
D)  none of the above; the difference is not measurable. 
A)  increased radiographic contrast. 
B)  improved spatial resolution. 
C)  reduction in gonadal dose. 
D)  none of the above; the difference is not measurable.

Question 5

A radiograph of a unilateral frog-leg (modified Cleaves method)projection reveals that the femoral neck is foreshortened and distorted.The radiologist is concerned about pathology involving the neck.What can the technologist do to improve the visibility of the femoral neck without foreshortening during the repeat exposure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use a 20° to 25° cephalad CR angle. 
B)  Decrease the abduction of the femur to 20° to 30° from vertical. 
C)  Oblique the patient 35° to 45° toward the affected side with femur abducted to be in contact with tabletop. 
D)  Increase the abduction of the femur to about 60° to 70° from vertical. 
A)  Use a 20° to 25° cephalad CR angle. 
B)  Decrease the abduction of the femur to 20° to 30° from vertical. 
C)  Oblique the patient 35° to 45° toward the affected side with femur abducted to be in contact with tabletop. 
D)  Increase the abduction of the femur to about 60° to 70° from vertical.

Question 6

The sacroiliac joints are classified as ____ joints with ____ mobility.

Accepted Answer

A)  cartilaginous; amphiarthrodial 
B)  synovial; amphiarthrodial 
C)  cartilaginous; synarthrodial 
D)  fibrous; amphiarthrodial 
A)  cartilaginous; amphiarthrodial 
B)  synovial; amphiarthrodial 
C)  cartilaginous; synarthrodial 
D)  fibrous; amphiarthrodial

Question 7

Why must the lower limb be rotated 15° to 20° internally for AP hip projections?

Accepted Answer

A)  To separate the greater trochanter from the lesser trochanter 
B)  To place the fovea capitis into a profiled position 
C)  To open up the femoroacetabular joint 
D)  To place the femoral neck parallel to the image receptor 
A)  To separate the greater trochanter from the lesser trochanter 
B)  To place the fovea capitis into a profiled position 
C)  To open up the femoroacetabular joint 
D)  To place the femoral neck parallel to the image receptor

Question 8

A patient enters the ER with a possible pelvic ring fracture due to a MVA.The initial pelvis projections do not reveal any fracture or dislocation,but the ER physician is concerned about a possible right acetabular fracture.Which of the following projections will best demonstrate the right acetabulum?

Accepted Answer

A)  AP axial inlet projection 
B)  Axiolateral inferosuperior projection (Danelius-Miller method) 
C)  Modified axiolateral projection (Clements-Nakayama method) 
D)  Posterior oblique pelvis projection (Judet method) 
A)  AP axial inlet projection 
B)  Axiolateral inferosuperior projection (Danelius-Miller method) 
C)  Modified axiolateral projection (Clements-Nakayama method) 
D)  Posterior oblique pelvis projection (Judet method)

Question 9

Generally,gonadal shielding for females cannot be used for an initial AP pelvis for pelvic trauma due to the possibility of covering pertinent anatomy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following pathologic conditions often occurs in males older than the age of 45 years?

Accepted Answer

A)  Developmental dysplasia of the hip 
B)  Slipped capital femoral epiphysis 
C)  Chondrosarcoma 
D)  Osteoporosis 
A)  Developmental dysplasia of the hip 
B)  Slipped capital femoral epiphysis 
C)  Chondrosarcoma 
D)  Osteoporosis

Question 11

A patient comes to the ER with a possible pelvic ring fracture.The initial AP pelvis projection is inconclusive.What other projection can be taken to assist with the diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  AP axial inlet projection 
B)  AP, bilateral (modified Cleaves method) frog-leg projection 
C)  Modified axiolateral projections 
D)  Posterior axial oblique projections 
A)  AP axial inlet projection 
B)  AP, bilateral (modified Cleaves method) frog-leg projection 
C)  Modified axiolateral projections 
D)  Posterior axial oblique projections

Question 12

The symphysis pubis provides limited movement during pelvic trauma and during:

Accepted Answer

A)  walking and running. 
B)  flexing and extending. 
C)  labor and delivery. 
D)  voiding. 
A)  walking and running. 
B)  flexing and extending. 
C)  labor and delivery. 
D)  voiding.

Question 13

Select the correct gender to correspond with the following pelvic characteristics.Round and large pelvic inlet:

Accepted Answer

A)  Male 
B)  Female 
A)  Male 
B)  Female

Question 14

Which of the labeled structures is the obturator foramen?

Accepted Answer

A)  H 
B)  L 
C)  E 
D)  O 
E)  P 
A)  H 
B)  L 
C)  E 
D)  O 
E)  P

Question 15

Select the correct gender to correspond with the following pelvic characteristics.More oval or heart-shaped pelvic inlet:

Accepted Answer

A)  Male 
B)  Female 
A)  Male 
B)  Female

Question 16

A patient enters the ER having sustained trauma to the pelvis.The patient's main complaint is about her left hip.Which of the following projections should be taken first to rule out fracture or dislocation?

Accepted Answer

A)  AP pelvis 
B)  AP projection of the left hip 
C)  Axiolateral (inferosuperior) projection of the left hip 
D)  Lateral frog-leg projection of the left hip 
A)  AP pelvis 
B)  AP projection of the left hip 
C)  Axiolateral (inferosuperior) projection of the left hip 
D)  Lateral frog-leg projection of the left hip

Question 17

MATCHING
Match the correct disease or condition with the corresponding pathologic description.(Use each choice only once.)
-Now referred to as "developmental dysplasia of the hip"

Accepted Answer

A) Metastatic carcinoma 
B) Ankylosing spondylitis 
C) Congenital dislocation of hip 
D) Chondrosarcoma 
E) Pelvic ring fracture
F)Osteoarthritis
G)Avulsion fracture 
A) Metastatic carcinoma 
B) Ankylosing spondylitis 
C) Congenital dislocation of hip 
D) Chondrosarcoma 
E) Pelvic ring fracture
F)Osteoarthritis
G)Avulsion fracture

Question 18

Which of the labeled structures is the body of the ischium?

Accepted Answer

A)  D 
B)  E 
C)  F 
D)  M 
E)  O 
A)  D 
B)  E 
C)  F 
D)  M 
E)  O

Question 19

What CR angle is required for the AP axial,inlet projection?

Accepted Answer

A)  30° cephalad 
B)  10° to 15° cephalad 
C)  20° to 30° caudad 
D)  40° caudad 
A)  30° cephalad 
B)  10° to 15° cephalad 
C)  20° to 30° caudad 
D)  40° caudad

Question 20

MATCHING
Match the correct disease or condition with the corresponding pathologic description.(Use each choice only once.)
-Malignancy spread to bone via the circulatory,lymphatic systems,or direct invasion

Accepted Answer

A) Metastatic carcinoma 
B) Ankylosing spondylitis 
C) Congenital dislocation of hip 
D) Chondrosarcoma 
E) Pelvic ring fracture
F)Osteoarthritis
G)Avulsion fracture 
A) Metastatic carcinoma 
B) Ankylosing spondylitis 
C) Congenital dislocation of hip 
D) Chondrosarcoma 
E) Pelvic ring fracture
F)Osteoarthritis
G)Avulsion fracture

Which of the labeled structures is the ischial spine?

The lesser sciatic notch is an aspect of the:

A common condition of the femur that develops in elderly patients,leading to frequent fractures of the hip (proximal femur),is:

The use of the 80 to 85 kV (analog)technique (as opposed to 70 kV)with a corresponding mAs change for an AP pelvis projection will result in:

The sacroiliac joints are classified as joints with mobility.

Why must the lower limb be rotated 15° to 20° internally for AP hip projections?

Generally,gonadal shielding for females cannot be used for an initial AP pelvis for pelvic trauma due to the possibility of covering pertinent anatomy.

Which of the following pathologic conditions often occurs in males older than the age of 45 years?

A patient comes to the ER with a possible pelvic ring fracture.The initial AP pelvis projection is inconclusive.What other projection can be taken to assist with the diagnosis?

The symphysis pubis provides limited movement during pelvic trauma and during:

Select the correct gender to correspond with the following pelvic characteristics.Round and large pelvic inlet:

Which of the labeled structures is the obturator foramen?

Select the correct gender to correspond with the following pelvic characteristics.More oval or heart-shaped pelvic inlet:

A patient enters the ER having sustained trauma to the pelvis.The patient's main complaint is about her left hip.Which of the following projections should be taken first to rule out fracture or dislocation?

MATCHING Match the correct disease or condition with the corresponding pathologic description.(Use each choice only once.) -Now referred to as "developmental dysplasia of the hip"

Which of the labeled structures is the body of the ischium?

What CR angle is required for the AP axial,inlet projection?

MATCHING Match the correct disease or condition with the corresponding pathologic description.(Use each choice only once.) -Malignancy spread to bone via the circulatory,lymphatic systems,or direct invasion

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

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

Exam 7: Femur and Pelvic Girdle

Which of the labeled structures is the ischial spine?

The lesser sciatic notch is an aspect of the:

A common condition of the femur that develops in elderly patients,leading to frequent fractures of the hip (proximal femur),is:

The use of the 80 to 85 kV (analog)technique (as opposed to 70 kV)with a corresponding mAs change for an AP pelvis projection will result in:

The sacroiliac joints are classified as ____ joints with ____ mobility.

Why must the lower limb be rotated 15° to 20° internally for AP hip projections?

Generally,gonadal shielding for females cannot be used for an initial AP pelvis for pelvic trauma due to the possibility of covering pertinent anatomy.

Which of the following pathologic conditions often occurs in males older than the age of 45 years?

A patient comes to the ER with a possible pelvic ring fracture.The initial AP pelvis projection is inconclusive.What other projection can be taken to assist with the diagnosis?

The symphysis pubis provides limited movement during pelvic trauma and during:

Select the correct gender to correspond with the following pelvic characteristics.Round and large pelvic inlet:

Which of the labeled structures is the obturator foramen?

Select the correct gender to correspond with the following pelvic characteristics.More oval or heart-shaped pelvic inlet:

A patient enters the ER having sustained trauma to the pelvis.The patient's main complaint is about her left hip.Which of the following projections should be taken first to rule out fracture or dislocation?

MATCHING Match the correct disease or condition with the corresponding pathologic description.(Use each choice only once.) -Now referred to as "developmental dysplasia of the hip"

Which of the labeled structures is the body of the ischium?

What CR angle is required for the AP axial,inlet projection?

MATCHING Match the correct disease or condition with the corresponding pathologic description.(Use each choice only once.) -Malignancy spread to bone via the circulatory,lymphatic systems,or direct invasion

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

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

The sacroiliac joints are classified as joints with mobility.