Question 1

What is the common term for idiopathic chronic adhesive capsulitis?

Accepted Answer

A) Bankart lesion 
B) Tendinitis 
C) Bursitis 
D) Frozen shoulder 
A) Bankart lesion 
B) Tendinitis 
C) Bursitis 
D) Frozen shoulder

Question 2

The PA transaxillary projection (Hobbs modification) is performed to rule out possible shoulder dislocation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following projections can be performed using an orthostatic (breathing) technique?

Accepted Answer

A) Scapular Y lateral projection 
B) Inferosuperior axiolateral projection 
C) AP clavicle 
D) AP scapula 
A) Scapular Y lateral projection 
B) Inferosuperior axiolateral projection 
C) AP clavicle 
D) AP scapula

Question 4

Where is the CR centered for the bilateral acromioclavicular (AC) joint projection on a single 35- × 43-cm (14- × 17-inch) image receptor?

Accepted Answer

A) At the affected AC joint 
B) 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the jugular notch 
C) At the level of the thyroid cartilage 
D) At the sternal angle 
A) At the affected AC joint 
B) 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the jugular notch 
C) At the level of the thyroid cartilage 
D) At the sternal angle

Question 5

What is the name of the large fossa found within the anterior surface of the scapula?

Accepted Answer

A) Supraspinous fossa 
B) Infraspinous fossa 
C) Subscapular fossa 
D) Glenoid fossa 
A) Supraspinous fossa 
B) Infraspinous fossa 
C) Subscapular fossa 
D) Glenoid fossa

Question 6

The recommended SID for AP AC joint study is 72 inches (~183cm).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Where is the CR centered for the AP oblique (Grashey method) position for the glenoid cavity?

Accepted Answer

A) Acromion 
B) 2 inches (5 cm) medial and inferior to the superolateral border of shoulder 
C) Coracoid process 
D) 1 inch (2.5 cm) superior to the coracoid process 
A) Acromion 
B) 2 inches (5 cm) medial and inferior to the superolateral border of shoulder 
C) Coracoid process 
D) 1 inch (2.5 cm) superior to the coracoid process

Question 8

Which rotation of the humerus will result in a lateral position of the proximal humerus?

Accepted Answer

A) Internal rotation (epicondyles perpendicular to image receptor) 
B) Neutral rotation (epicondyles 45° to the image receptor) 
C) External rotation (epicondyles parallel to the image receptor) 
D) None of the above 
A) Internal rotation (epicondyles perpendicular to image receptor) 
B) Neutral rotation (epicondyles 45° to the image receptor) 
C) External rotation (epicondyles parallel to the image receptor) 
D) None of the above

Question 9

Which ionization chamber(s) for the AEC should be activated for a tangential projection (Fisk modification) for an intertubercular sulcus?

Accepted Answer

A) Center chamber 
B) Both outside chambers 
C) Left chamber 
D) Cannot use AEC with this projection. 
A) Center chamber 
B) Both outside chambers 
C) Left chamber 
D) Cannot use AEC with this projection.

Question 10

PA transaxillary (Hobbs modification) requires a 5° to 15° CR cephalic angle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A radiograph of an AP oblique (Grashey method) projection for the glenoid cavity reveals that the anterior and posterior rims of the glenoid process are not superimposed.Which of the following modifications should produce a more acceptable image?

Accepted Answer

A) Angle CR 5° to 10° caudad. 
B) Angle CR 5° to 10° cephalad. 
C) Increase rotation of the body toward the IR. 
D) Abduct the arm slightly. 
A) Angle CR 5° to 10° caudad. 
B) Angle CR 5° to 10° cephalad. 
C) Increase rotation of the body toward the IR. 
D) Abduct the arm slightly.

Question 12

Select the correct method name to match each shoulder projection.(Use each choice only once.)
-AP oblique, glenoid cavity projection

Accepted Answer

A) Clements modification 
B) Neer method 
C) Fisk modification 
D) Hobbs modification 
E) Garth method
F)Grashey method 
A) Clements modification 
B) Neer method 
C) Fisk modification 
D) Hobbs modification 
E) Garth method
F)Grashey method

Question 13

An orthostatic (breathing) technique can be performed for the AP projection of the scapula.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A posterior dislocation of the shoulder occurs more frequently than an anterior dislocation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A radiograph of an AP axial projection of the clavicle demonstrates that the clavicle is within the midaspect of the lung apices.What should the technologist do to correct this error?

Accepted Answer

A) Do nothing; this is an acceptable AP axial clavicle projection. 
B) Increase the caudad CR angle during repeat exposure. 
C) Increase the cephalic CR angle during repeat exposure. 
D) Make the exposure upon complete inspiration. 
A) Do nothing; this is an acceptable AP axial clavicle projection. 
B) Increase the caudad CR angle during repeat exposure. 
C) Increase the cephalic CR angle during repeat exposure. 
D) Make the exposure upon complete inspiration.

Question 16

The female clavicle is usually shorter and less curved than that of the male.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A radiograph of the inferosuperior axial projection (Lawrence method) demonstrates the acromion process of the shoulder to be located most superiorly (anteriorly).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A patient enters the ED with a possible bony defect of the midwing area of the scapula.The patient is able to stand and move the upper limb freely.In addition to the routine AP scapula projection with the arm abducted, which of the following would best demonstrate the involved area?

Accepted Answer

A) Take an AP apical oblique projection of the shoulder. 
B) Take a transthoracic lateral projection of the shoulder region. 
C) Have the patient reach across the chest and grasp the opposite shoulder for a lateral scapula projection. 
D) Have the patient drop the affected arm behind him or her and take a lateral scapula projection. 
A) Take an AP apical oblique projection of the shoulder. 
B) Take a transthoracic lateral projection of the shoulder region. 
C) Have the patient reach across the chest and grasp the opposite shoulder for a lateral scapula projection. 
D) Have the patient drop the affected arm behind him or her and take a lateral scapula projection.

Question 19

Which alternative landmark can be palpated if unable to locate the coracoid process for the shoulder projection for the obese shoulder?

Accepted Answer

A) Inferior angle of scapula 
B) Greater tubercle of humerus 
C) AC joint 
D) Lesser tubercle of humerus 
A) Inferior angle of scapula 
B) Greater tubercle of humerus 
C) AC joint 
D) Lesser tubercle of humerus

Question 20

Which one of the following projections/positions should NOT be performed for a possible shoulder dislocation?

Accepted Answer

A) AP axial oblique (Garth method) 
B) Transthoracic lateral (Lawrence method) 
C) Inferosuperior axial (Clements modification) 
D) Scapular Y 
A) AP axial oblique (Garth method) 
B) Transthoracic lateral (Lawrence method) 
C) Inferosuperior axial (Clements modification) 
D) Scapular Y

What is the common term for idiopathic chronic adhesive capsulitis?

The PA transaxillary projection (Hobbs modification) is performed to rule out possible shoulder dislocation.

Which of the following projections can be performed using an orthostatic (breathing) technique?

Where is the CR centered for the bilateral acromioclavicular (AC) joint projection on a single 35- × 43-cm (14- × 17-inch) image receptor?

What is the name of the large fossa found within the anterior surface of the scapula?

The recommended SID for AP AC joint study is 72 inches (~183cm).

Where is the CR centered for the AP oblique (Grashey method) position for the glenoid cavity?

Which rotation of the humerus will result in a lateral position of the proximal humerus?

Which ionization chamber(s) for the AEC should be activated for a tangential projection (Fisk modification) for an intertubercular sulcus?

PA transaxillary (Hobbs modification) requires a 5° to 15° CR cephalic angle.

A radiograph of an AP oblique (Grashey method) projection for the glenoid cavity reveals that the anterior and posterior rims of the glenoid process are not superimposed.Which of the following modifications should produce a more acceptable image?

Select the correct method name to match each shoulder projection.(Use each choice only once.) -AP oblique, glenoid cavity projection

An orthostatic (breathing) technique can be performed for the AP projection of the scapula.

A posterior dislocation of the shoulder occurs more frequently than an anterior dislocation.

A radiograph of an AP axial projection of the clavicle demonstrates that the clavicle is within the midaspect of the lung apices.What should the technologist do to correct this error?

The female clavicle is usually shorter and less curved than that of the male.

A radiograph of the inferosuperior axial projection (Lawrence method) demonstrates the acromion process of the shoulder to be located most superiorly (anteriorly).

A patient enters the ED with a possible bony defect of the midwing area of the scapula.The patient is able to stand and move the upper limb freely.In addition to the routine AP scapula projection with the arm abducted, which of the following would best demonstrate the involved area?

Which alternative landmark can be palpated if unable to locate the coracoid process for the shoulder projection for the obese shoulder?

Which one of the following projections/positions should NOT be performed for a possible shoulder dislocation?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

Upper Limb

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 5: Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

What is the common term for idiopathic chronic adhesive capsulitis?

The PA transaxillary projection (Hobbs modification) is performed to rule out possible shoulder dislocation.

Which of the following projections can be performed using an orthostatic (breathing) technique?

Where is the CR centered for the bilateral acromioclavicular (AC) joint projection on a single 35- × 43-cm (14- × 17-inch) image receptor?

What is the name of the large fossa found within the anterior surface of the scapula?

The recommended SID for AP AC joint study is 72 inches (~183cm).

Where is the CR centered for the AP oblique (Grashey method) position for the glenoid cavity?

Which rotation of the humerus will result in a lateral position of the proximal humerus?

Which ionization chamber(s) for the AEC should be activated for a tangential projection (Fisk modification) for an intertubercular sulcus?

PA transaxillary (Hobbs modification) requires a 5° to 15° CR cephalic angle.

A radiograph of an AP oblique (Grashey method) projection for the glenoid cavity reveals that the anterior and posterior rims of the glenoid process are not superimposed.Which of the following modifications should produce a more acceptable image?

Select the correct method name to match each shoulder projection.(Use each choice only once.) -AP oblique, glenoid cavity projection

An orthostatic (breathing) technique can be performed for the AP projection of the scapula.

A posterior dislocation of the shoulder occurs more frequently than an anterior dislocation.

A radiograph of an AP axial projection of the clavicle demonstrates that the clavicle is within the midaspect of the lung apices.What should the technologist do to correct this error?

The female clavicle is usually shorter and less curved than that of the male.

A radiograph of the inferosuperior axial projection (Lawrence method) demonstrates the acromion process of the shoulder to be located most superiorly (anteriorly).

A patient enters the ED with a possible bony defect of the midwing area of the scapula.The patient is able to stand and move the upper limb freely.In addition to the routine AP scapula projection with the arm abducted, which of the following would best demonstrate the involved area?

Which alternative landmark can be palpated if unable to locate the coracoid process for the shoulder projection for the obese shoulder?

Which one of the following projections/positions should NOT be performed for a possible shoulder dislocation?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

Abdomen

Upper Limb

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