Question 1

Which of the following solid organs is the largest in the abdomen?

Accepted Answer

A) Spleen 
B) Kidneys 
C) Pancreas 
D) Liver 
A) Spleen 
B) Kidneys 
C) Pancreas 
D) Liver

Question 2

Which of the following imaging modalities often requires the use of intravenous, iodinated contrast media for studies of the abdomen, especially for possible neoplasms?

Accepted Answer

A) CT 
B) Nuclear medicine 
C) Sonography 
D) Magnetic resonance 
A) CT 
B) Nuclear medicine 
C) Sonography 
D) Magnetic resonance

Question 3

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures.
-Reproductive organs

Accepted Answer

A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal 
A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal

Question 4

A patient enters the ED with a possible perforated duodenal ulcer.The patient is ambulatory.Which of the following projections will best demonstrate free intraperitoneal air in the abdomen?

Accepted Answer

A) AP supine 
B) Right lateral decubitus 
C) Dorsal decubitus 
D) Erect PA chest 
A) AP supine 
B) Right lateral decubitus 
C) Dorsal decubitus 
D) Erect PA chest

Question 5

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.)
-A twisting of a loop of intestine creating an obstruction

Accepted Answer

A) Volvulus 
B) Adynamic ileus 
C) Ascites 
D) Ulcerative colitis 
E) Pneumoperitoneum
F)Intussusception
G)Crohn's disease 
A) Volvulus 
B) Adynamic ileus 
C) Ascites 
D) Ulcerative colitis 
E) Pneumoperitoneum
F)Intussusception
G)Crohn's disease

Question 6

Which of the following organs is NOT considered an accessory organ for digestion?

Accepted Answer

A) Liver 
B) Gallbladder 
C) Spleen 
D) Pancreas 
A) Liver 
B) Gallbladder 
C) Spleen 
D) Pancreas

Question 7

What CR centering should be used for a dorsal decubitus projection of the abdomen (if the diaphragm is to be included)?

Accepted Answer

A) At level of umbilicus 
B) 2 inches (5 cm) above iliac crest 
C) At level of iliac crest 
D) Place bottom of image receptor at level of ASIS. 
A) At level of umbilicus 
B) 2 inches (5 cm) above iliac crest 
C) At level of iliac crest 
D) Place bottom of image receptor at level of ASIS.

Question 8

Which of the following structures is part of the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

A) Suprarenal glands 
B) Inferior vena cava 
C) Kidneys 
D) Spleen 
A) Suprarenal glands 
B) Inferior vena cava 
C) Kidneys 
D) Spleen

Question 9

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures.
-Lower rectum

Accepted Answer

A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal 
A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal

Question 10

The most inferior positioning landmark on the abdomen/pelvis is the:

Accepted Answer

A) ischial tuberosity. 
B) symphysis pubis. 
C) anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS). 
D) iliac crest. 
A) ischial tuberosity. 
B) symphysis pubis. 
C) anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS). 
D) iliac crest.

Question 11

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of pneumoperitoneum.The patient is able to stand and lie recumbent.Which one of the following projections will best demonstrate the severity of this condition?

Accepted Answer

A) AP KUB 
B) AP erect abdomen 
C) Right lateral decubitus 
D) Dorsal decubitus 
A) AP KUB 
B) AP erect abdomen 
C) Right lateral decubitus 
D) Dorsal decubitus

Question 12

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.)
-Chronic inflammation of the intestinal wall that may result in bowel obstruction

Accepted Answer

A) Volvulus 
B) Adynamic ileus 
C) Ascites 
D) Ulcerative colitis 
E) Pneumoperitoneum
F)Intussusception
G)Crohn's disease 
A) Volvulus 
B) Adynamic ileus 
C) Ascites 
D) Ulcerative colitis 
E) Pneumoperitoneum
F)Intussusception
G)Crohn's disease

Question 13

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures.
-Spleen

Accepted Answer

A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal 
A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal

Question 14

Which of the following topographic landmarks corresponds to the L2-3 vertebral level?

Accepted Answer

A) Xiphoid process 
B) Inferior costal margin 
C) Jugular notch 
D) ASIS 
A) Xiphoid process 
B) Inferior costal margin 
C) Jugular notch 
D) ASIS

Question 15

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures.
-Jejunum

Accepted Answer

A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal 
A) Intraperitoneal 
B) Retroperitoneal 
C) Infraperitoneal

Question 16

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of an umbilical hernia.Which one of the following abdomen projections would best demonstrate it?

Accepted Answer

A) AP erect abdomen 
B) Left lateral decubitus 
C) KUB 
D) Dorsal decubitus 
A) AP erect abdomen 
B) Left lateral decubitus 
C) KUB 
D) Dorsal decubitus

Question 17

The most common type of involuntary motion in the abdomen is peristalsis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The greater omentum extends from the transverse colon to the:

Accepted Answer

A) posterior abdominal wall. 
B) greater curvature of the stomach. 
C) inferior margin of the liver. 
D) duodenum. 
A) posterior abdominal wall. 
B) greater curvature of the stomach. 
C) inferior margin of the liver. 
D) duodenum.

Question 19

Which of the following muscles should be demonstrated on a properly exposed abdomen projection on an average-size patient?

Accepted Answer

A) Latissimus dorsi 
B) Erector spinae 
C) Psoas major 
D) Quadratus lumborum 
A) Latissimus dorsi 
B) Erector spinae 
C) Psoas major 
D) Quadratus lumborum

Question 20

Which of the following factors must be followed for an AP erect abdomen projection?

Accepted Answer

A) Collimate lower border to level of ASIS. 
B) Use a higher kV technique. 
C) Patient needs to be upright a minimum of 5 minutes before imaging. 
D) Increase SID to 72 inches (183 cm) to minimize magnification. 
A) Collimate lower border to level of ASIS. 
B) Use a higher kV technique. 
C) Patient needs to be upright a minimum of 5 minutes before imaging. 
D) Increase SID to 72 inches (183 cm) to minimize magnification.

Which of the following solid organs is the largest in the abdomen?

Which of the following imaging modalities often requires the use of intravenous, iodinated contrast media for studies of the abdomen, especially for possible neoplasms?

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Reproductive organs

A patient enters the ED with a possible perforated duodenal ulcer.The patient is ambulatory.Which of the following projections will best demonstrate free intraperitoneal air in the abdomen?

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.) -A twisting of a loop of intestine creating an obstruction

Which of the following organs is NOT considered an accessory organ for digestion?

What CR centering should be used for a dorsal decubitus projection of the abdomen (if the diaphragm is to be included)?

Which of the following structures is part of the lymphatic system?

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Lower rectum

The most inferior positioning landmark on the abdomen/pelvis is the:

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of pneumoperitoneum.The patient is able to stand and lie recumbent.Which one of the following projections will best demonstrate the severity of this condition?

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.) -Chronic inflammation of the intestinal wall that may result in bowel obstruction

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Spleen

Which of the following topographic landmarks corresponds to the L2-3 vertebral level?

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Jejunum

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of an umbilical hernia.Which one of the following abdomen projections would best demonstrate it?

The most common type of involuntary motion in the abdomen is peristalsis.

The greater omentum extends from the transverse colon to the:

Which of the following muscles should be demonstrated on a properly exposed abdomen projection on an average-size patient?

Which of the following factors must be followed for an AP erect abdomen projection?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

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

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Exam 3: Abdomen

Which of the following solid organs is the largest in the abdomen?

Which of the following imaging modalities often requires the use of intravenous, iodinated contrast media for studies of the abdomen, especially for possible neoplasms?

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Reproductive organs

A patient enters the ED with a possible perforated duodenal ulcer.The patient is ambulatory.Which of the following projections will best demonstrate free intraperitoneal air in the abdomen?

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.) -A twisting of a loop of intestine creating an obstruction

Which of the following organs is NOT considered an accessory organ for digestion?

What CR centering should be used for a dorsal decubitus projection of the abdomen (if the diaphragm is to be included)?

Which of the following structures is part of the lymphatic system?

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Lower rectum

The most inferior positioning landmark on the abdomen/pelvis is the:

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of pneumoperitoneum.The patient is able to stand and lie recumbent.Which one of the following projections will best demonstrate the severity of this condition?

Match the correct pathologic indicator with the definitions or descriptions.(Use each choice only once.) -Chronic inflammation of the intestinal wall that may result in bowel obstruction

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Spleen

Which of the following topographic landmarks corresponds to the L2-3 vertebral level?

Identify the following as being either intraperitoneal, retroperitoneal, or infraperitoneal structures. -Jejunum

A patient comes to radiology with a clinical history of an umbilical hernia.Which one of the following abdomen projections would best demonstrate it?

The most common type of involuntary motion in the abdomen is peristalsis.

The greater omentum extends from the transverse colon to the:

Which of the following muscles should be demonstrated on a properly exposed abdomen projection on an average-size patient?

Which of the following factors must be followed for an AP erect abdomen projection?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

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

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