Question 1

Evacuative proctography is most commonly performed on geriatric patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following structures is not considered part of the colon?

Accepted Answer

A)  Transverse colon 
B)  Right and left colic flexures 
C)  Rectum 
D)  All of the above are part of the colon. 
A)  Transverse colon 
B)  Right and left colic flexures 
C)  Rectum 
D)  All of the above are part of the colon.

Question 3

When are small bowel series deemed to be complete?

Accepted Answer

A)  Two hours after the ingestion of barium 
B)  Once the contrast media passes the ileocecal valve 
C)  Once the contrast media reaches the rectum 
D)  Once the contrast media passes the duodenojejunal flexure 
A)  Two hours after the ingestion of barium 
B)  Once the contrast media passes the ileocecal valve 
C)  Once the contrast media reaches the rectum 
D)  Once the contrast media passes the duodenojejunal flexure

Question 4

MATCHING
Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.)
-New growth observed in intestine as filling defects

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 5

The opening leading into the intestine for the patient with a colostomy is termed the stoma.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Why is the posteroanterior (PA)rather than the AP projection recommended for a small bowel series?

Accepted Answer

A)  Less gonadal dose for female patients 
B)  More comfortable for patient 
C)  Places small intestine closer to image receptor (IR) 
D)  Better separation of loops of small intestine 
A)  Less gonadal dose for female patients 
B)  More comfortable for patient 
C)  Places small intestine closer to image receptor (IR) 
D)  Better separation of loops of small intestine

Question 7

Which part of the small intestine makes up three fifths of its entirety?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

During the initial enema tip insertion,the tip is aimed:

Accepted Answer

A)  toward the coccyx. 
B)  toward the umbilicus. 
C)  directly posterior. 
D)  directly superior. 
A)  toward the coccyx. 
B)  toward the umbilicus. 
C)  directly posterior. 
D)  directly superior.

Question 9

Which of the following conditions may lead to an adynamic ileus?

Accepted Answer

A)  Small bowel tumor 
B)  Scar tissue within the jejunum 
C)  Peritonitis 
D)  Stricture of ileum due to an inguinal hernia 
A)  Small bowel tumor 
B)  Scar tissue within the jejunum 
C)  Peritonitis 
D)  Stricture of ileum due to an inguinal hernia

Question 10

The ascending colon and upper rectum are intraperitoneal structures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The "stovepipe" radiographic sign is often seen with:

Accepted Answer

A)  volvulus. 
B)  intussusception. 
C)  neoplasm. 
D)  chronic ulcerative colitis. 
A)  volvulus. 
B)  intussusception. 
C)  neoplasm. 
D)  chronic ulcerative colitis.

Question 12

Which part of the large intestine has the widest diameter?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

A telescoping,or invagination,of one part of the intestine into another is termed:

Accepted Answer

A)  diverticulosis. 
B)  volvulus. 
C)  intussusception. 
D)  colitis. 
A)  diverticulosis. 
B)  volvulus. 
C)  intussusception. 
D)  colitis.

Question 14

Which structure is labeled 1?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ascending colon 
B)  Left colic flexure 
C)  Right colic flexure 
D)  Sigmoid colon 
A)  Ascending colon 
B)  Left colic flexure 
C)  Right colic flexure 
D)  Sigmoid colon

Question 15

Which of the following conditions may produce the "cobblestone" or "string" sign?

Accepted Answer

A)  Whipple disease 
B)  Regional enteritis (Crohn's disease) 
C)  Giardiasis 
D)  Ileus 
A)  Whipple disease 
B)  Regional enteritis (Crohn's disease) 
C)  Giardiasis 
D)  Ileus

Question 16

Which projection and/or position is most commonly performed during an evacuative proctogram?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anteroposterior (AP) erect 
B)  Lateral 
C)  Right posterior oblique (RPO) and left posterior oblique (LPO) 
D)  AP axial 
A)  Anteroposterior (AP) erect 
B)  Lateral 
C)  Right posterior oblique (RPO) and left posterior oblique (LPO) 
D)  AP axial

Question 17

While attempting to insert an enema tip into the rectum,the technologist experiences resistance.What should be the next step taken by the technologist?

Accepted Answer

A)  Retry the insertion using more lubrication. 
B)  Ask the patient to try to insert it himself. 
C)  Have the radiologist insert it using fluoroscopic guidance. 
D)  Cancel the procedure. 
A)  Retry the insertion using more lubrication. 
B)  Ask the patient to try to insert it himself. 
C)  Have the radiologist insert it using fluoroscopic guidance. 
D)  Cancel the procedure.

Question 18

A patient comes to radiology with possible diverticulosis.Which of the following studies is most diagnostic for detecting this condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Single-contrast barium enema 
B)  Double-contrast barium enema 
C)  Evacuative proctogram 
D)  Small bowel series 
A)  Single-contrast barium enema 
B)  Double-contrast barium enema 
C)  Evacuative proctogram 
D)  Small bowel series

Question 19

How much CR angulation is required for the AP axial projection?

Accepted Answer

A)  10° to 15° 
B)  20° to 25° 
C)  30° to 40° 
D)  45° 
A)  10° to 15° 
B)  20° to 25° 
C)  30° to 40° 
D)  45°

Question 20

Which of the following positions best demonstrates the left colic flexure?

Accepted Answer

A)  LPO 
B)  Left lateral decubitus 
C)  Left lateral 
D)  Left anterior oblique (LAO) 
A)  LPO 
B)  Left lateral decubitus 
C)  Left lateral 
D)  Left anterior oblique (LAO)

Evacuative proctography is most commonly performed on geriatric patients.

Which of the following structures is not considered part of the colon?

When are small bowel series deemed to be complete?

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -New growth observed in intestine as filling defects

The opening leading into the intestine for the patient with a colostomy is termed the stoma.

Why is the posteroanterior (PA)rather than the AP projection recommended for a small bowel series?

Which part of the small intestine makes up three fifths of its entirety?

During the initial enema tip insertion,the tip is aimed:

Which of the following conditions may lead to an adynamic ileus?

The ascending colon and upper rectum are intraperitoneal structures.

The "stovepipe" radiographic sign is often seen with:

Which part of the large intestine has the widest diameter?

A telescoping,or invagination,of one part of the intestine into another is termed:

Which structure is labeled 1?

Which of the following conditions may produce the "cobblestone" or "string" sign?

Which projection and/or position is most commonly performed during an evacuative proctogram?

While attempting to insert an enema tip into the rectum,the technologist experiences resistance.What should be the next step taken by the technologist?

A patient comes to radiology with possible diverticulosis.Which of the following studies is most diagnostic for detecting this condition?

How much CR angulation is required for the AP axial projection?

Which of the following positions best demonstrates the left colic flexure?

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

Evacuative proctography is most commonly performed on geriatric patients.

Which of the following structures is not considered part of the colon?

When are small bowel series deemed to be complete?

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -New growth observed in intestine as filling defects

The opening leading into the intestine for the patient with a colostomy is termed the stoma.

Why is the posteroanterior (PA)rather than the AP projection recommended for a small bowel series?

Which part of the small intestine makes up three fifths of its entirety?

During the initial enema tip insertion,the tip is aimed:

Which of the following conditions may lead to an adynamic ileus?

The ascending colon and upper rectum are intraperitoneal structures.

The "stovepipe" radiographic sign is often seen with:

Which part of the large intestine has the widest diameter?

A telescoping,or invagination,of one part of the intestine into another is termed:

Which structure is labeled 1?

Which of the following conditions may produce the "cobblestone" or "string" sign?

Which projection and/or position is most commonly performed during an evacuative proctogram?

While attempting to insert an enema tip into the rectum,the technologist experiences resistance.What should be the next step taken by the technologist?

A patient comes to radiology with possible diverticulosis.Which of the following studies is most diagnostic for detecting this condition?

How much CR angulation is required for the AP axial projection?

Which of the following positions best demonstrates the left colic flexure?

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