Question 1

Why is oral contrast media sometimes given during computed tomography colonography?

Accepted Answer

A)  To determine if a fistula is present 
B)  To mark or "tag" possible fecal matter 
C)  To demonstrate possible diverticula 
D)  To prevent spasm of the large intestine 
A)  To determine if a fistula is present 
B)  To mark or "tag" possible fecal matter 
C)  To demonstrate possible diverticula 
D)  To prevent spasm of the large intestine B

Question 2

Central ray and image receptor centering for a 1-hour small bowel radiograph should be:

Accepted Answer

A)  2 inches (5 cm) above level of the iliac crest. 
B)  at the level of the iliac crest. 
C)  1 inch (2.5 cm) below the level of the iliac crest. 
D)  at the level of the ASIS. 
A)  2 inches (5 cm) above level of the iliac crest. 
B)  at the level of the iliac crest. 
C)  1 inch (2.5 cm) below the level of the iliac crest. 
D)  at the level of the ASIS. B

Question 3

Which part of the colon has the greatest amount of potential movement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Descending colon 
B)  Transverse colon 
C)  Sigmoid colon 
D)  Ascending colon 
A)  Descending colon 
B)  Transverse colon 
C)  Sigmoid colon 
D)  Ascending colon B

Question 4

The average time to scan the large intestine during a computed tomography colonography is:

Accepted Answer

A)  1 hour. 
B)  20 minutes. 
C)  30 minutes. 
D)  10 minutes. 
A)  1 hour. 
B)  20 minutes. 
C)  30 minutes. 
D)  10 minutes.

Question 5

The tip of the catheter is advanced to the ____ during an enteroclysis.

Accepted Answer

A)  duodenojejunal junction (ligament of Treitz) 
B)  C-loop of the duodenum 
C)  pyloric sphincter 
D)  ileocecal sphincter 
A)  duodenojejunal junction (ligament of Treitz) 
B)  C-loop of the duodenum 
C)  pyloric sphincter 
D)  ileocecal sphincter

Question 6

Which structure is labeled 7?

Accepted Answer

A)  Descending colon 
B)  Sigmoid colon 
C)  Cecum 
D)  Rectum 
A)  Descending colon 
B)  Sigmoid colon 
C)  Cecum 
D)  Rectum

Question 7

The circular staircase,or herringbone pattern,is a common radiographic sign for a mechanical ileus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What type of enema tip is recommended for a barium enema on an infant?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rectal retention 
B)  Plastic disposable 
C)  10 Fr, flexible silicone catheter 
D)  Foley catheter 
A)  Rectal retention 
B)  Plastic disposable 
C)  10 Fr, flexible silicone catheter 
D)  Foley catheter

Question 9

Ultrasound,with graded compression,can be used in diagnosing acute appendicitis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

During barium enema fluoroscopy,the radiologist detects a possible defect in the right colic flexure.He asks the technologist to produce a radiograph that will best demonstrate this region of the large intestine.Which one of the following positions will accomplish this goal?

Accepted Answer

A)  LAO 
B)  AP axial projection 
C)  AP recumbent 
D)  LPO 
A)  LAO 
B)  AP axial projection 
C)  AP recumbent 
D)  LPO

Question 11

In what position is the patient placed for the enema tip insertion?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sims' 
B)  Lithotomy 
C)  Modified lithotomy 
D)  Prone 
A)  Sims' 
B)  Lithotomy 
C)  Modified lithotomy 
D)  Prone

Question 12

What is the term for the three bands of muscle that pull the large intestine into pouches?

Accepted Answer

A)  Haustra 
B)  Valvulae conniventes 
C)  Suspensory ligaments 
D)  Taenia coli 
A)  Haustra 
B)  Valvulae conniventes 
C)  Suspensory ligaments 
D)  Taenia coli

Question 13

Which of the following statements is NOT true in regard to a pediatric small bowel series?

Accepted Answer

A)  The transit time for barium through the small intestine is longer than that of an adult. 
B)  Barium sulfate is the contrast medium of choice. 
C)  The small bowel series should be scheduled early in the morning. 
D)  A gonadal shield often cannot be used during the later stages of the study. 
A)  The transit time for barium through the small intestine is longer than that of an adult. 
B)  Barium sulfate is the contrast medium of choice. 
C)  The small bowel series should be scheduled early in the morning. 
D)  A gonadal shield often cannot be used during the later stages of the study.

Question 14

Which imaging modality can demonstrate abscesses in the retroperitoneum?

Accepted Answer

A)  MRI 
B)  Nuclear medicine 
C)  Sonography 
D)  Conventional radiography 
A)  MRI 
B)  Nuclear medicine 
C)  Sonography 
D)  Conventional radiography

Question 15

For an average adult,the amount of barium ingested is one 16-oz cup for a small-bowel-only series.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is classified as an irritant laxative?

Accepted Answer

A)  Magnesium citrate 
B)  Magnesium sulfate 
C)  Castor oil 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Magnesium citrate 
B)  Magnesium sulfate 
C)  Castor oil 
D)  None of the above

Question 17

MATCHING
Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.)
-Patient with lactose or sucrose sensitivities

Accepted Answer

A) Ileus 
B) Neoplasm 
C) Meckel diverticulum 
D) Malabsorption syndrome (sprue) 
E) Enteritis
F)Regional enteritis (Crohn's disease)
G)Giardiasis
H)Adynamic or paralytic ileus 
A) Ileus 
B) Neoplasm 
C) Meckel diverticulum 
D) Malabsorption syndrome (sprue) 
E) Enteritis
F)Regional enteritis (Crohn's disease)
G)Giardiasis
H)Adynamic or paralytic ileus

Question 18

A patient comes to radiology with a history of rectocele.Which of the following procedures best demonstrates this condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Single-contrast barium enema 
B)  Evacuative proctogram 
C)  Double-contrast barium enema 
D)  Enteroclysis 
A)  Single-contrast barium enema 
B)  Evacuative proctogram 
C)  Double-contrast barium enema 
D)  Enteroclysis

Question 19

Which of the following barium enema projections and/or positions provides the greatest amount of gonadal dosage to both male and female patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  AP/PA 
B)  Lateral rectum 
C)  Left lateral decubitus 
D)  Left posterior oblique 
A)  AP/PA 
B)  Lateral rectum 
C)  Left lateral decubitus 
D)  Left posterior oblique

Question 20

Which one of the following imaging modalities and/or procedures is very effective in detecting the Meckel diverticulum?

Accepted Answer

A)  CT 
B)  Double-contrast barium enema 
C)  Sonography 
D)  Nuclear medicine 
A)  CT 
B)  Double-contrast barium enema 
C)  Sonography 
D)  Nuclear medicine

Why is oral contrast media sometimes given during computed tomography colonography?

Central ray and image receptor centering for a 1-hour small bowel radiograph should be:

Which part of the colon has the greatest amount of potential movement?

The average time to scan the large intestine during a computed tomography colonography is:

The tip of the catheter is advanced to the ____ during an enteroclysis.

Which structure is labeled 7?

The circular staircase,or herringbone pattern,is a common radiographic sign for a mechanical ileus.

What type of enema tip is recommended for a barium enema on an infant?

Ultrasound,with graded compression,can be used in diagnosing acute appendicitis.

During barium enema fluoroscopy,the radiologist detects a possible defect in the right colic flexure.He asks the technologist to produce a radiograph that will best demonstrate this region of the large intestine.Which one of the following positions will accomplish this goal?

In what position is the patient placed for the enema tip insertion?

What is the term for the three bands of muscle that pull the large intestine into pouches?

Which of the following statements is NOT true in regard to a pediatric small bowel series?

Which imaging modality can demonstrate abscesses in the retroperitoneum?

For an average adult,the amount of barium ingested is one 16-oz cup for a small-bowel-only series.

Which of the following is classified as an irritant laxative?

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -Patient with lactose or sucrose sensitivities

A patient comes to radiology with a history of rectocele.Which of the following procedures best demonstrates this condition?

Which of the following barium enema projections and/or positions provides the greatest amount of gonadal dosage to both male and female patients?

Which one of the following imaging modalities and/or procedures is very effective in detecting the Meckel diverticulum?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

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

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 13: Lower Gastrointestinal System

Why is oral contrast media sometimes given during computed tomography colonography?

Central ray and image receptor centering for a 1-hour small bowel radiograph should be:

Which part of the colon has the greatest amount of potential movement?

The average time to scan the large intestine during a computed tomography colonography is:

The tip of the catheter is advanced to the ____ during an enteroclysis.

Which structure is labeled 7?

The circular staircase,or herringbone pattern,is a common radiographic sign for a mechanical ileus.

What type of enema tip is recommended for a barium enema on an infant?

Ultrasound,with graded compression,can be used in diagnosing acute appendicitis.

During barium enema fluoroscopy,the radiologist detects a possible defect in the right colic flexure.He asks the technologist to produce a radiograph that will best demonstrate this region of the large intestine.Which one of the following positions will accomplish this goal?

In what position is the patient placed for the enema tip insertion?

What is the term for the three bands of muscle that pull the large intestine into pouches?

Which of the following statements is NOT true in regard to a pediatric small bowel series?

Which imaging modality can demonstrate abscesses in the retroperitoneum?

For an average adult,the amount of barium ingested is one 16-oz cup for a small-bowel-only series.

Which of the following is classified as an irritant laxative?

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -Patient with lactose or sucrose sensitivities

A patient comes to radiology with a history of rectocele.Which of the following procedures best demonstrates this condition?

Which of the following barium enema projections and/or positions provides the greatest amount of gonadal dosage to both male and female patients?

Which one of the following imaging modalities and/or procedures is very effective in detecting the Meckel diverticulum?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

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

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