Question 1

Geriatric patients generally require higher central ray (CR) centering than younger patients for chest radiography.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

What is the recommended kV range for upper airway projections (analog and digital imaging)?

Accepted Answer

A) 50 to 65 kV 
B) 110 to 120 kV 
C) 75 to 85 kV 
D) 90 to 100 kV 
A) 50 to 65 kV 
B) 110 to 120 kV 
C) 75 to 85 kV 
D) 90 to 100 kV

Question 3

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.)
-Coughing up blood

Accepted Answer

A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema 
A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema

Question 4

The inner layer of the pleura that encloses the lungs and heart is called the:

Accepted Answer

A) parietal pleura. 
B) pericardial sac. 
C) pulmonary or visceral pleura. 
D) omentum. 
A) parietal pleura. 
B) pericardial sac. 
C) pulmonary or visceral pleura. 
D) omentum.

Question 5

What is the name of the structure that serves as a common passageway for both food and air?

Accepted Answer

A) Epiglottis 
B) Larynx 
C) Pharynx 
D) Esophagus 
A) Epiglottis 
B) Larynx 
C) Pharynx 
D) Esophagus

Question 6

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.)
-A contagious disease caused by airborne bacteria

Accepted Answer

A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema 
A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema

Question 7

A patient enters the ED with a possible hemothorax in the right lung.With help, the patient can sit erect on a cart.Which of the following routines would best demonstrate this condition?

Accepted Answer

A) Erect PA and erect right lateral on cart 
B) Right lateral decubitus 
C) Left lateral decubitus 
D) RPO and LAO erect 
A) Erect PA and erect right lateral on cart 
B) Right lateral decubitus 
C) Left lateral decubitus 
D) RPO and LAO erect

Question 8

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.)
-Increased diffuse radiodensity in hilar regions and air-fluid levels

Accepted Answer

A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema 
A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema

Question 9

A PA chest radiograph reveals that only seven ribs are seen above the diaphragm on a healthy adult.Which of the following suggestions would improve the inspiration of lungs?

Accepted Answer

A) Use higher kV to penetrate the diaphragm. 
B) Perform chest position supine. 
C) Take exposure on the second inspiration rather than on the first. 
D) Use a shorter exposure time. 
A) Use higher kV to penetrate the diaphragm. 
B) Perform chest position supine. 
C) Take exposure on the second inspiration rather than on the first. 
D) Use a shorter exposure time.

Question 10

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.)
-Slight shadows in early stages, larger radiopaque masses in advanced stages

Accepted Answer

A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema 
A) Tuberculosis 
B) Emphysema 
C) Pneumothorax 
D) Hemoptysis 
E) COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
F)Pneumonia
G)Atelectasis
H)Pleurisy
I)Malignant lung cancer
J)Pulmonary edema

Question 11

Epiglottitis is a condition that is primarily seen with geriatric patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following is a condition in which all or part of a lung is collapsed, requiring an increase in manual exposure (analog) factors?

Accepted Answer

A) Pneumonia 
B) Pneumothorax 
C) Bronchiectasis 
D) Atelectasis 
A) Pneumonia 
B) Pneumothorax 
C) Bronchiectasis 
D) Atelectasis

Question 13

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual.
-Advanced respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)

Accepted Answer

A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0) 
A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0)

Question 14

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual.
-Advanced bronchiectasis

Accepted Answer

A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0) 
A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0)

Question 15

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual.
-Pneumonia

Accepted Answer

A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0) 
A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0)

Question 16

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual.
-Silicosis (severe)

Accepted Answer

A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0) 
A) Increase (+) 
B) Decrease (-) 
C) No change (0)

Question 17

Which type of body habitus typically requires that the image receptor be placed landscape rather than portrait for a posteroanterior (PA) chest?

Accepted Answer

A) Hypersthenic 
B) Asthenic 
C) Sthenic 
D) Hyposthenic 
A) Hypersthenic 
B) Asthenic 
C) Sthenic 
D) Hyposthenic

Question 18

Contrary to common belief, the vertical dimension of an average PA chest is greater than the horizontal dimension.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which chest oblique position will best demonstrate the air-filled trachea, heart, and great vessels?

Accepted Answer

A) 45° RAO 
B) 60° RAO 
C) 45° LAO 
D) 60° LAO 
A) 45° RAO 
B) 60° RAO 
C) 45° LAO 
D) 60° LAO

Question 20

Which of the following structures is considered to be most inferior?

Accepted Answer

A) Epiglottis 
B) Hyoid bone 
C) Carina 
D) Vocal cords 
A) Epiglottis 
B) Hyoid bone 
C) Carina 
D) Vocal cords

Geriatric patients generally require higher central ray (CR) centering than younger patients for chest radiography.

What is the recommended kV range for upper airway projections (analog and digital imaging)?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -Coughing up blood

The inner layer of the pleura that encloses the lungs and heart is called the:

What is the name of the structure that serves as a common passageway for both food and air?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -A contagious disease caused by airborne bacteria

A patient enters the ED with a possible hemothorax in the right lung.With help, the patient can sit erect on a cart.Which of the following routines would best demonstrate this condition?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -Increased diffuse radiodensity in hilar regions and air-fluid levels

A PA chest radiograph reveals that only seven ribs are seen above the diaphragm on a healthy adult.Which of the following suggestions would improve the inspiration of lungs?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -Slight shadows in early stages, larger radiopaque masses in advanced stages

Epiglottitis is a condition that is primarily seen with geriatric patients.

Which of the following is a condition in which all or part of a lung is collapsed, requiring an increase in manual exposure (analog) factors?

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual. -Advanced bronchiectasis

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual. -Pneumonia

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual. -Silicosis (severe)

Which type of body habitus typically requires that the image receptor be placed landscape rather than portrait for a posteroanterior (PA) chest?

Contrary to common belief, the vertical dimension of an average PA chest is greater than the horizontal dimension.

Which chest oblique position will best demonstrate the air-filled trachea, heart, and great vessels?

Which of the following structures is considered to be most inferior?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Abdomen

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

Femur and Pelvic Girdle

Cervical and Thoracic Spine

Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx

Bony Thoraxsternum and Ribs

Cranium, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses

Biliary Tract and Upper Gastrointestinal System

Lower Gi 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

Exam 2: Chest

Geriatric patients generally require higher central ray (CR) centering than younger patients for chest radiography.

What is the recommended kV range for upper airway projections (analog and digital imaging)?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -Coughing up blood

The inner layer of the pleura that encloses the lungs and heart is called the:

What is the name of the structure that serves as a common passageway for both food and air?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -A contagious disease caused by airborne bacteria

A patient enters the ED with a possible hemothorax in the right lung.With help, the patient can sit erect on a cart.Which of the following routines would best demonstrate this condition?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -Increased diffuse radiodensity in hilar regions and air-fluid levels

A PA chest radiograph reveals that only seven ribs are seen above the diaphragm on a healthy adult.Which of the following suggestions would improve the inspiration of lungs?

Match the correct disease or condition with the descriptions of radiographic appearance.(Use each choice only once.) -Slight shadows in early stages, larger radiopaque masses in advanced stages

Epiglottitis is a condition that is primarily seen with geriatric patients.

Which of the following is a condition in which all or part of a lung is collapsed, requiring an increase in manual exposure (analog) factors?

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual. -Advanced bronchiectasis

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual. -Pneumonia

Select the exposure factor adjustments needed for the pathologic indication(s) using manual exposure settings (no AEC).Increases or decreases in manual exposure factors are compared with the ideal exposure factors that would be used on a normal, healthy individual. -Silicosis (severe)

Which type of body habitus typically requires that the image receptor be placed landscape rather than portrait for a posteroanterior (PA) chest?

Contrary to common belief, the vertical dimension of an average PA chest is greater than the horizontal dimension.

Which chest oblique position will best demonstrate the air-filled trachea, heart, and great vessels?

Which of the following structures is considered to be most inferior?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Abdomen

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

Femur and Pelvic Girdle

Cervical and Thoracic Spine

Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx

Bony Thoraxsternum and Ribs

Cranium, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses

Biliary Tract and Upper Gastrointestinal System

Lower Gi 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