Question 1

In the language of body mechanics,the center of gravity refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  the point around which body weight is balanced. 
B)  a line between the points of contact with a horizontal surface. 
C)  an imaginary vertical line passing through the center of the body. 
D)  an imaginary horizontal line passing through the shoulders. 
A)  the point around which body weight is balanced. 
B)  a line between the points of contact with a horizontal surface. 
C)  an imaginary vertical line passing through the center of the body. 
D)  an imaginary horizontal line passing through the shoulders.

Question 2

In preparation for a patient transfer to the imaging department,the radiographer should:
1)check with nursing service.
2)obtain the patient's chart.
3)assess the patient.
4)check patient identification.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 and 2 only 
B)  2 and 3 only 
C)  2, 3, and 4 only 
D)  1, 2, 3, and 4 
A)  1 and 2 only 
B)  2 and 3 only 
C)  2, 3, and 4 only 
D)  1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 3

Incident reports should be completed for any fall,accident,or occurrence that results in injury involving:
1)patients.
2)visitors.
3)members of hospital staff.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 only 
B)  1 and 2 only 
C)  1 and 3 only 
D)  1, 2, and 3 
A)  1 only 
B)  1 and 2 only 
C)  1 and 3 only 
D)  1, 2, and 3

Question 4

When positioning or transporting a patient who has undergone hip replacement via the anterior surgical approach,which of the following movements is usually well tolerated?

Accepted Answer

A)  Flexion of 90 degrees to an upright position 
B)  Abduction 
C)  Rotation 
D)  Hyperextension 
A)  Flexion of 90 degrees to an upright position 
B)  Abduction 
C)  Rotation 
D)  Hyperextension

Question 5

If you smell smoke and smoldering insulation in the area of an x-ray control panel,the first thing you should do is:

Accepted Answer

A)  call for an x-ray service engineer. 
B)  turn off the main power switch. 
C)  evacuate the area. 
D)  call a fire code. 
A)  call for an x-ray service engineer. 
B)  turn off the main power switch. 
C)  evacuate the area. 
D)  call a fire code.

Question 6

A patient suffering from severe abdominal pain will be most comfortable when:
1)the head is elevated.
2)a bolster is placed under the knees.
3)the head is lower than the feet.
4)the head is flat and in alignment with the body.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 and 2 only 
B)  2 and 3 only 
C)  2 and 4 only 
D)  2 only 
A)  1 and 2 only 
B)  2 and 3 only 
C)  2 and 4 only 
D)  2 only

Question 7

The acronym RACE is a helpful way to remember:

Accepted Answer

A)  the basic principles of body mechanics. 
B)  the steps for using a fire extinguisher. 
C)  the steps to follow in the event of a fire. 
D)  the steps involved in cleaning up a hazardous spill. 
A)  the basic principles of body mechanics. 
B)  the steps for using a fire extinguisher. 
C)  the steps to follow in the event of a fire. 
D)  the steps involved in cleaning up a hazardous spill.

Question 8

A patient weighing 260 pounds arrives from an intermediate care facility via wheelchair for an examination of the hip.He is unable to bear weight on either leg.The most appropriate method for placing this patient on the x-ray table is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  get as many people as you can find to help. 
B)  call for a hydraulic lift and personnel who are experienced in its use. 
C)  get the strongest coworker you can find and perform a two-person lift. 
D)  send the patient back to the care facility with instructions to return by stretcher. 
A)  get as many people as you can find to help. 
B)  call for a hydraulic lift and personnel who are experienced in its use. 
C)  get the strongest coworker you can find and perform a two-person lift. 
D)  send the patient back to the care facility with instructions to return by stretcher.

Question 9

The Pigg-O-Stat is used to immobilize infants for:

Accepted Answer

A)  supine abdomen radiography. 
B)  upright chest radiography. 
C)  extremity radiography. 
D)  gastrointestinal radiography. 
A)  supine abdomen radiography. 
B)  upright chest radiography. 
C)  extremity radiography. 
D)  gastrointestinal radiography.

Question 10

A body position in which the patient is lying on his or her back with the head and upper body elevated is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  Fowler's position. 
B)  Sims' position. 
C)  the supine position. 
D)  Trendelenburg position. 
A)  Fowler's position. 
B)  Sims' position. 
C)  the supine position. 
D)  Trendelenburg position.

Question 11

Which of the following items is NOT an essential part of a "spill kit"?

Accepted Answer

A)  Kitty litter 
B)  Heavy plastic bags 
C)  Rags and sponges 
D)  Broom and dustpan 
A)  Kitty litter 
B)  Heavy plastic bags 
C)  Rags and sponges 
D)  Broom and dustpan

Question 12

Which of the following statements does NOT apply to the rules of body mechanics?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use a wide base of support. 
B)  Keep your load out beyond the front of your body. 
C)  Bend your knees when you lift heavy objects. 
D)  Avoid pulling or lifting heavy objects. 
A)  Use a wide base of support. 
B)  Keep your load out beyond the front of your body. 
C)  Bend your knees when you lift heavy objects. 
D)  Avoid pulling or lifting heavy objects.

Question 13

Patients who have undergone hip replacement via the posterior surgical approach should avoid which of the following movements?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adduction 
B)  Abduction 
C)  Extending the hip to 180 degrees 
D)  External rotation 
A)  Adduction 
B)  Abduction 
C)  Extending the hip to 180 degrees 
D)  External rotation

Question 14

Fire marshals state that common infractions of fire safety rules in hospitals involve:
1)improper storage of flammables.
2)fire doors blocked open.
3)unapproved extension cords.
4)storing equipment in corridors.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 and 2 only 
B)  1, 2, and 3 only 
C)  2 and 3 only 
D)  1, 2, 3, and 4 
A)  1 and 2 only 
B)  1, 2, and 3 only 
C)  2 and 3 only 
D)  1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 15

The acronym PASS is a helpful way to remember:

Accepted Answer

A)  the basic principles of body mechanics. 
B)  the steps for using a fire extinguisher. 
C)  the steps in preparing a patient for transport. 
D)  the steps involved in cleaning up a hazardous spill. 
A)  the basic principles of body mechanics. 
B)  the steps for using a fire extinguisher. 
C)  the steps in preparing a patient for transport. 
D)  the steps involved in cleaning up a hazardous spill.

Question 16

The most common cause of back strain is:

Accepted Answer

A)  bending and twisting while lifting. 
B)  lifting more than 30 pounds. 
C)  lifting while keeping the back straight. 
D)  pushing heavy equipment on wheels. 
A)  bending and twisting while lifting. 
B)  lifting more than 30 pounds. 
C)  lifting while keeping the back straight. 
D)  pushing heavy equipment on wheels.

In the language of body mechanics,the center of gravity refers to:

In preparation for a patient transfer to the imaging department,the radiographer should: 1)check with nursing service. 2)obtain the patient's chart. 3)assess the patient. 4)check patient identification.

Incident reports should be completed for any fall,accident,or occurrence that results in injury involving: 1)patients. 2)visitors. 3)members of hospital staff.

When positioning or transporting a patient who has undergone hip replacement via the anterior surgical approach,which of the following movements is usually well tolerated?

If you smell smoke and smoldering insulation in the area of an x-ray control panel,the first thing you should do is:

A patient suffering from severe abdominal pain will be most comfortable when: 1)the head is elevated. 2)a bolster is placed under the knees. 3)the head is lower than the feet. 4)the head is flat and in alignment with the body.

The acronym RACE is a helpful way to remember:

A patient weighing 260 pounds arrives from an intermediate care facility via wheelchair for an examination of the hip.He is unable to bear weight on either leg.The most appropriate method for placing this patient on the x-ray table is to:

The Pigg-O-Stat is used to immobilize infants for:

A body position in which the patient is lying on his or her back with the head and upper body elevated is called:

Which of the following items is NOT an essential part of a "spill kit"?

Which of the following statements does NOT apply to the rules of body mechanics?

Patients who have undergone hip replacement via the posterior surgical approach should avoid which of the following movements?

Fire marshals state that common infractions of fire safety rules in hospitals involve: 1)improper storage of flammables. 2)fire doors blocked open. 3)unapproved extension cords. 4)storing equipment in corridors.

The acronym PASS is a helpful way to remember:

The most common cause of back strain is:

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Exam 4: Safety, Transfer, and Positioning

In the language of body mechanics,the center of gravity refers to:

In preparation for a patient transfer to the imaging department,the radiographer should: 1)check with nursing service. 2)obtain the patient's chart. 3)assess the patient. 4)check patient identification.

Incident reports should be completed for any fall,accident,or occurrence that results in injury involving: 1)patients. 2)visitors. 3)members of hospital staff.

When positioning or transporting a patient who has undergone hip replacement via the anterior surgical approach,which of the following movements is usually well tolerated?

If you smell smoke and smoldering insulation in the area of an x-ray control panel,the first thing you should do is:

A patient suffering from severe abdominal pain will be most comfortable when: 1)the head is elevated. 2)a bolster is placed under the knees. 3)the head is lower than the feet. 4)the head is flat and in alignment with the body.

The acronym RACE is a helpful way to remember:

A patient weighing 260 pounds arrives from an intermediate care facility via wheelchair for an examination of the hip.He is unable to bear weight on either leg.The most appropriate method for placing this patient on the x-ray table is to:

The Pigg-O-Stat is used to immobilize infants for:

A body position in which the patient is lying on his or her back with the head and upper body elevated is called:

Which of the following items is NOT an essential part of a "spill kit"?

Which of the following statements does NOT apply to the rules of body mechanics?

Patients who have undergone hip replacement via the posterior surgical approach should avoid which of the following movements?

Fire marshals state that common infractions of fire safety rules in hospitals involve: 1)improper storage of flammables. 2)fire doors blocked open. 3)unapproved extension cords. 4)storing equipment in corridors.

The acronym PASS is a helpful way to remember:

The most common cause of back strain is:

Introduction to Radiography

Professional Roles and Behaviors

Professional Attitudes and Communications

Infection Control

Patient Care and Assessment

Medications and Their Administration

Dealing with Acute Situations

Preparation and Examination of the Gastrointestinal Tract

Contrast Media and Special Radiographic Techniques

Bedside Radiography: Special Conditions and Environments

Special Imaging Modalities

Filters