Exam 13: Lower Gastrointestinal System

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -Obstruction of the small intestine due to the cessation of peristalsis

Synthetic latex enema tips are safe to use for latex-sensitive patients.

MATCHING Match each of the definitions or descriptions with the corresponding pathologic indication for the small bowel series.(Use each option only once.) -Are often found 50 to 100 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve

Meckel diverticulum is best diagnosed with a radionuclide (nuclear medicine)scan.

Which part of the small intestine has a feathery appearance when filled with barium?

An infant is brought to the ED with a possible intussusception.Which of the following procedures may actually correct this condition?

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

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

Why is it important for the technologist to review the patient's chart and inform the radiologist before beginning the barium enema examination if a biopsy was performed as part of a prior sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy procedure?

Which specific aspect of the large intestine must be demonstrated during evacuative proctography?

The term describing a double-contrast small bowel procedure is:

The enteroclysis procedure is indicated for patients with regional enteritis.

Which radiographic sign is frequently seen with adenocarcinoma of the large intestine?

A radiograph of an AP barium enema (BE)projection reveals poor visualization of the sigmoid due to excessive superimposition of the sigmoid colon and rectum.How can this area be better visualized on the repeat exposure?

At what stage of respiration should the enema tip be inserted into the rectum?

The height of the enema bag should not exceed 36 inches (92 cm)above the radiographic table at the beginning of the study.

Which part of the small intestine is the shortest?

A patient comes to radiology for a barium enema (BE).He has a possible fistula extending from the rectum to the urinary bladder.Which one of the following projections and/or positions would best demonstrate the fistula?

Which structure is labeled 6?

The patient must be NPO a minimum of ____ hours before the small bowel series.