Question 1

The acronym, ESWL, refers to a procedure that is performed to:

Accepted Answer

A) reduce a fractured bone. 
B) insert an internal pacemaker. 
C) use shockwaves to break up urinary stones. 
D) lengthen a bone through gradual traction. 
A) reduce a fractured bone. 
B) insert an internal pacemaker. 
C) use shockwaves to break up urinary stones. 
D) lengthen a bone through gradual traction.

Question 2

Which type of fracture is defined as being crushed at the site of impact, producing two or more fragments?

Accepted Answer

A) Comminuted 
B) Compound 
C) Complete 
D) Torus 
A) Comminuted 
B) Compound 
C) Complete 
D) Torus

Question 3

A laparoscope is used during the retrograde urogram.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

An ankle series would best demonstrate a Pott fracture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The entire sterile gown worn by the surgeon is considered sterile.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

How should the CR be aligned for a trauma PA projection of the elbow?

Accepted Answer

A) Perpendicular to the interepicondylar plane 
B) Parallel to the interepicondylar plane 
C) Perpendicular to the palmar surface of the hand 
D) None of the above; projection should be taken AP, not PA. 
A) Perpendicular to the interepicondylar plane 
B) Parallel to the interepicondylar plane 
C) Perpendicular to the palmar surface of the hand 
D) None of the above; projection should be taken AP, not PA.

Question 7

Match each of the following fractures with its alternative name or term.(Use each choice only once.)
-Greenstick fracture

Accepted Answer

A) Smith fracture 
B) Closed fracture 
C) Hickory-stick fracture 
D) Mallet fracture 
E) Chauffeur's fracture
F)March fracture
G)Tripod fracture 
A) Smith fracture 
B) Closed fracture 
C) Hickory-stick fracture 
D) Mallet fracture 
E) Chauffeur's fracture
F)March fracture
G)Tripod fracture

Question 8

Shoe covers are not worn in the presurgical or recovery areas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A patient enters the ED with a possible cervical spine fracture.The initial AP and lateral projections were negative for fracture of C1 to C6.The ED physician wants a projection to demonstrate the C7-T1.Which of the following projections would demonstrate these structures?

Accepted Answer

A) AP axial projection with 35° to 40° cephalad angle 
B) Ottonello projection 
C) Fuchs or Judd projection 
D) Cervicothoracic lateral 
A) AP axial projection with 35° to 40° cephalad angle 
B) Ottonello projection 
C) Fuchs or Judd projection 
D) Cervicothoracic lateral

Question 10

Which one of the following devices is classified as an external fixator?

Accepted Answer

A) Intramedullary nail 
B) Interbody fusion cages 
C) Ilizarov device 
D) Compression screw 
A) Intramedullary nail 
B) Interbody fusion cages 
C) Ilizarov device 
D) Compression screw

Question 11

A fracture in which the bone is broken into three pieces, with the middle fragment fractured at both ends, is termed a _____ fracture.

Accepted Answer

A) segmental 
B) butterfly 
C) splintered 
D) impacted 
A) segmental 
B) butterfly 
C) splintered 
D) impacted

Question 12

Because of radiation exposure to the head and neck region, the C-arm should not be placed in the posteroanterior (PA) projection tube alignment in regard to the patient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which one of the following structures is not typically visualized during an operative cholangiogram?

Accepted Answer

A) Hepatic ducts 
B) Cystic duct 
C) Common bile duct 
D) Stensen duct 
A) Hepatic ducts 
B) Cystic duct 
C) Common bile duct 
D) Stensen duct

Question 14

Arthroplasty is a term describing a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) internal reduction of a long bone fracture. 
B) removal of damaged meniscus in the knee. 
C) débridement of loose bodies in a joint. 
D) creation of an artificial joint. 
A) internal reduction of a long bone fracture. 
B) removal of damaged meniscus in the knee. 
C) débridement of loose bodies in a joint. 
D) creation of an artificial joint.

Question 15

What is the primary disadvantage of performing a PA thumb over an AP projection?

Accepted Answer

A) May not demonstrate the entire thumb. 
B) Is more difficult to position. 
C) Results in an increase in object image receptor distance (OI
D) . 
D) Requires the use of a higher kV and greater exposure to patient. 
A) May not demonstrate the entire thumb. 
B) Is more difficult to position. 
C) Results in an increase in object image receptor distance (OI
D) . 
D) Requires the use of a higher kV and greater exposure to patient.

Question 16

A patient enters the emergency department (ED) with a possible pneumothorax of the right lung.The patient is unable to stand or sit erect.Which specific position should be performed to diagnose this condition?

Accepted Answer

A) Left lateral decubitus 
B) Right lateral decubitus 
C) Ventral decubitus 
D) AP supine 
A) Left lateral decubitus 
B) Right lateral decubitus 
C) Ventral decubitus 
D) AP supine

Question 17

The retrograde pyelogram is intended to demonstrate the pelvicalyceal system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which procedure may require the use of interfusion cage?

Accepted Answer

A) Arthroplasty 
B) Internal reduction of long bone 
C) Laminectomy 
D) Microdiskectomy 
A) Arthroplasty 
B) Internal reduction of long bone 
C) Laminectomy 
D) Microdiskectomy

Question 19

Match each of the following fractures with its alternative name or term.(Use each choice only once.)
-Stress or fatigue fracture

Accepted Answer

A) Smith fracture 
B) Closed fracture 
C) Hickory-stick fracture 
D) Mallet fracture 
E) Chauffeur's fracture
F)March fracture
G)Tripod fracture 
A) Smith fracture 
B) Closed fracture 
C) Hickory-stick fracture 
D) Mallet fracture 
E) Chauffeur's fracture
F)March fracture
G)Tripod fracture

Question 20

How is the CR aligned for an inferosuperior lateral (Danelius-Miller) projection?

Accepted Answer

A) Parallel to femoral neck 
B) Perpendicular to femoral neck 
C) At a 20° angle to the femoral neck 
D) At a 45° angle to the femoral neck 
A) Parallel to femoral neck 
B) Perpendicular to femoral neck 
C) At a 20° angle to the femoral neck 
D) At a 45° angle to the femoral neck

The acronym, ESWL, refers to a procedure that is performed to:

Which type of fracture is defined as being crushed at the site of impact, producing two or more fragments?

A laparoscope is used during the retrograde urogram.

An ankle series would best demonstrate a Pott fracture.

The entire sterile gown worn by the surgeon is considered sterile.

How should the CR be aligned for a trauma PA projection of the elbow?

Match each of the following fractures with its alternative name or term.(Use each choice only once.) -Greenstick fracture

Shoe covers are not worn in the presurgical or recovery areas.

A patient enters the ED with a possible cervical spine fracture.The initial AP and lateral projections were negative for fracture of C1 to C6.The ED physician wants a projection to demonstrate the C7-T1.Which of the following projections would demonstrate these structures?

Which one of the following devices is classified as an external fixator?

A fracture in which the bone is broken into three pieces, with the middle fragment fractured at both ends, is termed a _____ fracture.

Because of radiation exposure to the head and neck region, the C-arm should not be placed in the posteroanterior (PA) projection tube alignment in regard to the patient.

Which one of the following structures is not typically visualized during an operative cholangiogram?

Arthroplasty is a term describing a(n):

What is the primary disadvantage of performing a PA thumb over an AP projection?

A patient enters the emergency department (ED) with a possible pneumothorax of the right lung.The patient is unable to stand or sit erect.Which specific position should be performed to diagnose this condition?

The retrograde pyelogram is intended to demonstrate the pelvicalyceal system.

Which procedure may require the use of interfusion cage?

Match each of the following fractures with its alternative name or term.(Use each choice only once.) -Stress or fatigue fracture

How is the CR aligned for an inferosuperior lateral (Danelius-Miller) projection?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

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

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

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Exam 15: Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

The acronym, ESWL, refers to a procedure that is performed to:

Which type of fracture is defined as being crushed at the site of impact, producing two or more fragments?

A laparoscope is used during the retrograde urogram.

An ankle series would best demonstrate a Pott fracture.

The entire sterile gown worn by the surgeon is considered sterile.

How should the CR be aligned for a trauma PA projection of the elbow?

Match each of the following fractures with its alternative name or term.(Use each choice only once.) -Greenstick fracture

Shoe covers are not worn in the presurgical or recovery areas.

A patient enters the ED with a possible cervical spine fracture.The initial AP and lateral projections were negative for fracture of C1 to C6.The ED physician wants a projection to demonstrate the C7-T1.Which of the following projections would demonstrate these structures?

Which one of the following devices is classified as an external fixator?

A fracture in which the bone is broken into three pieces, with the middle fragment fractured at both ends, is termed a _____ fracture.

Because of radiation exposure to the head and neck region, the C-arm should not be placed in the posteroanterior (PA) projection tube alignment in regard to the patient.

Which one of the following structures is not typically visualized during an operative cholangiogram?

Arthroplasty is a term describing a(n):

What is the primary disadvantage of performing a PA thumb over an AP projection?

A patient enters the emergency department (ED) with a possible pneumothorax of the right lung.The patient is unable to stand or sit erect.Which specific position should be performed to diagnose this condition?

The retrograde pyelogram is intended to demonstrate the pelvicalyceal system.

Which procedure may require the use of interfusion cage?

Match each of the following fractures with its alternative name or term.(Use each choice only once.) -Stress or fatigue fracture

How is the CR aligned for an inferosuperior lateral (Danelius-Miller) projection?

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Chest

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

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Filters