Exam 12: Biliary Tract and Upper Gastrointestinal System

A PA radiograph taken on a hypersthenic patient during an upper GI series reveals that the pylorus and duodenal bulb are superimposed.Which of the following modifications will best eliminate the superimposition between these structures?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 41

Patient preparation for an esophagogram includes NPO _____ before the procedure.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 42

What is a primary function of cholecystokinin?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 43

With digital fluoroscopy edge enhancement, brightness and contrast can be manipulated both during the procedure and also at a later time.

(True/False)

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Question 44

At what level should the CR and image receptor be centered for the RAO or PA upper GI projection and/or position on a sthenic body type of patient?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 45

Which of the following technical factors will best enhance a digital image taken during an upper GI series?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 46

Gastritis is defined as inflammation of the:

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 47

Which of the following procedures will not demonstrate possible esophageal reflux?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 48

Lipids (fats) are broken down into fatty acids and glycerol as they are digested and absorbed by the:

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 49

Which of the following definitions would describe a bezoar?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 50

What is the primary purpose of the membranous folds located within the cystic duct?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 51

Match each radiographic appearance or description with the corresponding disease or condition.(Use each selection only once.) -Gastric bubble seen above the diaphragm

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 52

Which of the following is not a main subdivision of the stomach?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 53

Why would a patient undergo Valsalva maneuver during an esophagogram?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 54

The main function of bile is to:

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 55

Sodium bicarbonate is often used as a negative contrast medium during an upper GI series.

(True/False)

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Question 56

Which structure is labeled 6?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 57

Which of the following structures is not considered to be an accessory organ of digestion?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 58

A radiograph taken during an upper GI series demonstrates poor visibility of the gastric mucosa.The following factors were used: 80 kV, 30 mAs, and 1/40-second exposure time.Barium sulfate was used during the procedure.Which of the following factors needs to be modified during the repeat exposure?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 59

Which of the following is not one of the cardinal principles of radiation protection?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 60

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A PA radiograph taken on a hypersthenic patient during an upper GI series reveals that the pylorus and duodenal bulb are superimposed.Which of the following modifications will best eliminate the superimposition between these structures?

Patient preparation for an esophagogram includes NPO _____ before the procedure.

What is a primary function of cholecystokinin?

With digital fluoroscopy edge enhancement, brightness and contrast can be manipulated both during the procedure and also at a later time.

At what level should the CR and image receptor be centered for the RAO or PA upper GI projection and/or position on a sthenic body type of patient?

Which of the following technical factors will best enhance a digital image taken during an upper GI series?

Gastritis is defined as inflammation of the:

Which of the following procedures will not demonstrate possible esophageal reflux?

Lipids (fats) are broken down into fatty acids and glycerol as they are digested and absorbed by the:

Which of the following definitions would describe a bezoar?

What is the primary purpose of the membranous folds located within the cystic duct?

Match each radiographic appearance or description with the corresponding disease or condition.(Use each selection only once.) -Gastric bubble seen above the diaphragm

Which of the following is not a main subdivision of the stomach?

Why would a patient undergo Valsalva maneuver during an esophagogram?

The main function of bile is to:

Sodium bicarbonate is often used as a negative contrast medium during an upper GI series.

Which structure is labeled 6?

Which of the following structures is not considered to be an accessory organ of digestion?

A radiograph taken during an upper GI series demonstrates poor visibility of the gastric mucosa.The following factors were used: 80 kV, 30 mAs, and 1/40-second exposure time.Barium sulfate was used during the procedure.Which of the following factors needs to be modified during the repeat exposure?

Which of the following is not one of the cardinal principles of radiation protection?

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