Question 1

Most CT systems archive image data on magnetic tape systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Special filters can be used during CT fluoroscopy to reduce patient skin dose during biopsies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which structure of the neuron carries electric impulses away from the cell body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Axon 
B)  Dendrite 
C)  Nerve cell 
D)  Multipolar neuron 
A)  Axon 
B)  Dendrite 
C)  Nerve cell 
D)  Multipolar neuron

Question 4

A condition caused by an abnormal amount of CSF in the ventricles is termed:

Accepted Answer

A)  cerebral atrophy. 
B)  hydrocephalus. 
C)  pneumoencephalos. 
D)  encephalitis. 
A)  cerebral atrophy. 
B)  hydrocephalus. 
C)  pneumoencephalos. 
D)  encephalitis.

Question 5

Multislice CT is not recommended for abdomen studies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which layer of the meninges is located closest to the brain?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pia mater 
B)  Dura mater 
C)  Epidural mater 
D)  Arachnoid mater 
A)  Pia mater 
B)  Dura mater 
C)  Epidural mater 
D)  Arachnoid mater

Question 7

Volume acquisition CT slices cannot be reformatted as 3-D images.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following structures is also called the hypophysis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pineal gland 
B)  Pons 
C)  Cerebral peduncles 
D)  Pituitary gland 
A)  Pineal gland 
B)  Pons 
C)  Cerebral peduncles 
D)  Pituitary gland

Question 9

Which of the following statements is not an advantage of CT (computed tomography)over conventional imaging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Can adjust the contrast or gray scale 
B)  Can display anatomy in a series of slices 
C)  Can measure attenuation of specific tissues 
D)  Exposes the patient to less radiation 
A)  Can adjust the contrast or gray scale 
B)  Can display anatomy in a series of slices 
C)  Can measure attenuation of specific tissues 
D)  Exposes the patient to less radiation

Question 10

Window width controls the displayed image contrast.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A CT colonography requires the use of ________ as a contrast medium.

Accepted Answer

A)  barium sulfate 
B)  iodinated rectal contrast 
C)  air 
D)  all of the above 
A)  barium sulfate 
B)  iodinated rectal contrast 
C)  air 
D)  all of the above

Question 12

Match each tissue with the correct CT number range.(Use each choice only once.)
-Muscle

Accepted Answer

A) +50 
B) +40 
C) +20 
D) -100 
E) -200
F)-1000
G)+1000 or higher 
A) +50 
B) +40 
C) +20 
D) -100 
E) -200
F)-1000
G)+1000 or higher

Question 13

Which of the ventricles is located directly superior to the cistern cerebellomedullaris?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lateral 
B)  Third 
C)  Fourth 
D)  Second 
A)  Lateral 
B)  Third 
C)  Fourth 
D)  Second

Question 14

Biopsies can be performed during a CT colonography.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is not one of the cerebral nuclei or basal ganglia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thalamus 
B)  Caudate nucleus 
C)  Lentiform nucleus 
D)  Claustrum 
A)  Thalamus 
B)  Caudate nucleus 
C)  Lentiform nucleus 
D)  Claustrum

Question 16

What is the major advantage of volume CT over standard CT imaging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Generates less tube heat units 
B)  Allows cardiovascular scanning because of shorter scanning times 
C)  Allows a volume of tissue to be examined rather than individual slices only 
D)  Requires less dose be given to the patient 
A)  Generates less tube heat units 
B)  Allows cardiovascular scanning because of shorter scanning times 
C)  Allows a volume of tissue to be examined rather than individual slices only 
D)  Requires less dose be given to the patient

Question 17

For each function, select the correct cranial nerve.(Use each choice only once.)
-Smell

Accepted Answer

A) Accessory (XI) 
B) Hypoglossal (XII) 
C) Glossopharyngeal (IX) 
D) Olfactory (I) 
E) Abducens (VI)
F)Optic (II) 
A) Accessory (XI) 
B) Hypoglossal (XII) 
C) Glossopharyngeal (IX) 
D) Olfactory (I) 
E) Abducens (VI)
F)Optic (II)

Question 18

Which aspect of the forebrain serves as an interpretation center for pain,temperature,and touch?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thalamus 
B)  Hypothalamus 
C)  Pons 
D)  Cerebellum 
A)  Thalamus 
B)  Hypothalamus 
C)  Pons 
D)  Cerebellum

Question 19

What type of neuron conducts electric impulses toward the cell body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Axon 
B)  Dendrite 
C)  Nerve cell 
D)  Multipolar neuron 
A)  Axon 
B)  Dendrite 
C)  Nerve cell 
D)  Multipolar neuron

Question 20

What is the name of the channels located between the cranium and dura mater that contain blood?

Accepted Answer

A)  Subdural space 
B)  Epidural space 
C)  Dural mater sinuses 
D)  Subarachnoid space 
A)  Subdural space 
B)  Epidural space 
C)  Dural mater sinuses 
D)  Subarachnoid space

Most CT systems archive image data on magnetic tape systems.

Special filters can be used during CT fluoroscopy to reduce patient skin dose during biopsies.

Which structure of the neuron carries electric impulses away from the cell body?

A condition caused by an abnormal amount of CSF in the ventricles is termed:

Multislice CT is not recommended for abdomen studies.

Which layer of the meninges is located closest to the brain?

Volume acquisition CT slices cannot be reformatted as 3-D images.

Which of the following structures is also called the hypophysis?

Which of the following statements is not an advantage of CT (computed tomography)over conventional imaging?

Window width controls the displayed image contrast.

A CT colonography requires the use of ________ as a contrast medium.

Match each tissue with the correct CT number range.(Use each choice only once.) -Muscle

Which of the ventricles is located directly superior to the cistern cerebellomedullaris?

Biopsies can be performed during a CT colonography.

Which of the following is not one of the cerebral nuclei or basal ganglia?

What is the major advantage of volume CT over standard CT imaging?

For each function, select the correct cranial nerve.(Use each choice only once.) -Smell

Which aspect of the forebrain serves as an interpretation center for pain,temperature,and touch?

What type of neuron conducts electric impulses toward the cell body?

What is the name of the channels located between the cranium and dura mater that contain blood?

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

Lower Gastrointestinal System

Urinary System and Venipuncture

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Filters

Exam 18: Computed Tomography

Most CT systems archive image data on magnetic tape systems.

Special filters can be used during CT fluoroscopy to reduce patient skin dose during biopsies.

Which structure of the neuron carries electric impulses away from the cell body?

A condition caused by an abnormal amount of CSF in the ventricles is termed:

Multislice CT is not recommended for abdomen studies.

Which layer of the meninges is located closest to the brain?

Volume acquisition CT slices cannot be reformatted as 3-D images.

Which of the following structures is also called the hypophysis?

Which of the following statements is not an advantage of CT (computed tomography)over conventional imaging?

Window width controls the displayed image contrast.

A CT colonography requires the use of ________ as a contrast medium.

Match each tissue with the correct CT number range.(Use each choice only once.) -Muscle

Which of the ventricles is located directly superior to the cistern cerebellomedullaris?

Biopsies can be performed during a CT colonography.

Which of the following is not one of the cerebral nuclei or basal ganglia?

What is the major advantage of volume CT over standard CT imaging?

For each function, select the correct cranial nerve.(Use each choice only once.) -Smell

Which aspect of the forebrain serves as an interpretation center for pain,temperature,and touch?

What type of neuron conducts electric impulses toward the cell body?

What is the name of the channels located between the cranium and dura mater that contain blood?

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

Lower Gastrointestinal System

Urinary System and Venipuncture

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Filters