Question 1

A patient comes to the ED with a possible abdominal aortic aneurysm.Which of the following projections of the abdomen best demonstrates it?

Accepted Answer

A) Erect abdomen 
B) Dorsal decubitus 
C) Right lateral decubitus 
D) AP kidneys, ureter, bladder (KU
B) -supine 
A) Erect abdomen 
B) Dorsal decubitus 
C) Right lateral decubitus 
D) AP kidneys, ureter, bladder (KU
B) -supine

Question 2

The primary clinical indication for an operative cholangiogram is:

Accepted Answer

A) biliary calculi. 
B) jaundice. 
C) pancreatitis. 
D) hepatitis. 
A) biliary calculi. 
B) jaundice. 
C) pancreatitis. 
D) hepatitis.

Question 3

An internal pacemaker implantation can be performed under local anesthetic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What type of orthopedic fixator is commonly used to reduce midhumeral fractures?

Accepted Answer

A) Compression screw assembly 
B) Intramedullary rod 
C) Kirschner wire 
D) Interbody fusion cage 
A) Compression screw assembly 
B) Intramedullary rod 
C) Kirschner wire 
D) Interbody fusion cage

Question 5

Which of the following devices is an alternative to traditional spinal fusion procedures?

Accepted Answer

A) Harrington rods 
B) Interbody fusion cage 
C) Ilizarov device 
D) Cortical screw 
A) Harrington rods 
B) Interbody fusion cage 
C) Ilizarov device 
D) Cortical screw

Question 6

Which of the following projections best produces an unobstructed view of the fibular head and neck without rotation of the lower leg (with patient in supine position)?

Accepted Answer

A) AP knee projection 
B) Horizontal beam lateral projection 
C) AP projection with a CR 45° mediolateral angle 
D) AP projection with a CR 45° lateromedial angle 
A) AP knee projection 
B) Horizontal beam lateral projection 
C) AP projection with a CR 45° mediolateral angle 
D) AP projection with a CR 45° lateromedial angle

Question 7

Where should the operator (or surgeon) stand when using a C-arm fluoroscopy unit in a horizontal central ray (CR) position?

Accepted Answer

A) Intensifier end of the C-arm 
B) X-ray tube end of the C-arm 
C) Midway between the x-ray tube and the intensifier 
D) Must stand back at least 6 feet from the patient 
A) Intensifier end of the C-arm 
B) X-ray tube end of the C-arm 
C) Midway between the x-ray tube and the intensifier 
D) Must stand back at least 6 feet from the patient

Question 8

How much CR angulation should be used for an AP axial projection of the clavicle on an asthenic patient?

Accepted Answer

A) 10° cephalad 
B) 15° caudal 
C) 30° cephalad 
D) 40° caudal 
A) 10° cephalad 
B) 15° caudal 
C) 30° cephalad 
D) 40° caudal

A patient comes to the ED with a possible abdominal aortic aneurysm.Which of the following projections of the abdomen best demonstrates it?

The primary clinical indication for an operative cholangiogram is:

An internal pacemaker implantation can be performed under local anesthetic.

What type of orthopedic fixator is commonly used to reduce midhumeral fractures?

Which of the following devices is an alternative to traditional spinal fusion procedures?

Which of the following projections best produces an unobstructed view of the fibular head and neck without rotation of the lower leg (with patient in supine position)?

Where should the operator (or surgeon) stand when using a C-arm fluoroscopy unit in a horizontal central ray (CR) position?

How much CR angulation should be used for an AP axial projection of the clavicle on an asthenic patient?

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

A patient comes to the ED with a possible abdominal aortic aneurysm.Which of the following projections of the abdomen best demonstrates it?

The primary clinical indication for an operative cholangiogram is:

An internal pacemaker implantation can be performed under local anesthetic.

What type of orthopedic fixator is commonly used to reduce midhumeral fractures?

Which of the following devices is an alternative to traditional spinal fusion procedures?

Which of the following projections best produces an unobstructed view of the fibular head and neck without rotation of the lower leg (with patient in supine position)?

Where should the operator (or surgeon) stand when using a C-arm fluoroscopy unit in a horizontal central ray (CR) position?

How much CR angulation should be used for an AP axial projection of the clavicle on an asthenic patient?

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