Question 1

Which of the following devices is subject to torquing within the magnetic field?

Accepted Answer

A) Stainless steel hip prosthesis 
B) Ferromagnetic aneurysm clips 
C) Dental fillings 
D) Glass eye prosthesis 
A) Stainless steel hip prosthesis 
B) Ferromagnetic aneurysm clips 
C) Dental fillings 
D) Glass eye prosthesis

Question 2

The quantity of hydrogen protons within structures being imaged by MRI has no effect on MRI contrast.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A sonologist is a physician qualified to interpret sonographic studies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The proximal femur (hip) and the lumbar spine are preferred sites for central analysis for bone density.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Match each definition with the correct term.(Use each choice only once.)
-Acoustic energy that is reflected from a structure back toward the transducer

Accepted Answer

A) Transducer 
B) Reflection 
C) Gray scale 
D) Elastography 
E) Fusion imaging
F)Doppler effect 
A) Transducer 
B) Reflection 
C) Gray scale 
D) Elastography 
E) Fusion imaging
F)Doppler effect

Question 6

Cobalt-60-based units are used for intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) procedures of the brain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Another term for short distance radiation therapy is:

Accepted Answer

A) gamma exposure. 
B) external beam. 
C) brachytherapy. 
D) teletherapy. 
A) gamma exposure. 
B) external beam. 
C) brachytherapy. 
D) teletherapy.

Question 8

The American Cancer Society estimates one in _____ women will develop invasive breast cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) two. 
B) four. 
C) six. 
D) eight. 
A) two. 
B) four. 
C) six. 
D) eight.

Question 9

What is the product of a positron and electron combining and then undergoing annihilation during the PET imaging process?

Accepted Answer

A) X-rays are formed. 
B) Two 511 keV photons are formed. 
C) A single gamma ray is formed. 
D) Two high-speed beta particles are formed. 
A) X-rays are formed. 
B) Two 511 keV photons are formed. 
C) A single gamma ray is formed. 
D) Two high-speed beta particles are formed.

Question 10

Regions of metastatic disease in the body have a(n) ____ uptake of 18F-FDG.

Accepted Answer

A) increased 
B) decreased 
A) increased 
B) decreased

Question 11

How much central ray (CR) angulation is required for the mediolateral oblique projection of an average-sized breast?

Accepted Answer

A) 45° 
B) 60° 
C) 70° 
D) 90° 
A) 45° 
B) 60° 
C) 70° 
D) 90°

Question 12

CT is recommended over MRI in the evaluation of severe spinal trauma.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A group of radioactive drugs used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease is the definition for:

Accepted Answer

A) radiopharmaceutical. 
B) gamma emitters. 
C) radionuclide. 
D) photon-emissive materials. 
A) radiopharmaceutical. 
B) gamma emitters. 
C) radionuclide. 
D) photon-emissive materials.

Question 14

The retromammary space is located posterior to the pectoralis major muscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which type of ultrasound unit is used to examine the structure and behavior of flowing blood?

Accepted Answer

A) A-mode 
B) Patient mode (B-mode) 
C) Real-time 
D) Doppler 
A) A-mode 
B) Patient mode (B-mode) 
C) Real-time 
D) Doppler

Question 16

A patient with a spine T-score of less than or equal to -2.5 (but no fractures) is classified according to the World Health Organization as:

Accepted Answer

A) normal. 
B) osteopenic. 
C) osteoporotic. 
D) severely osteoporotic. 
A) normal. 
B) osteopenic. 
C) osteoporotic. 
D) severely osteoporotic.

Question 17

The anode-heel effect is less evident in mammography systems because of the anode configuration of the x-ray tube.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The fatty breast will usually require a reduction in exposure factors as compared with the fibroglandular breast.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The portion of the breast near the nipple is termed the:

Accepted Answer

A) apex. 
B) base. 
C) inframammary fold. 
D) alveolar portion. 
A) apex. 
B) base. 
C) inframammary fold. 
D) alveolar portion.

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true in comparing CT with MRI?

Accepted Answer

A) Patients receive less radiation dose with a CT scan. 
B) CT is better in demonstrating white brain matter pathology. 
C) CT is better in demonstrating gastrointestinal diseases. 
D) CT is better in demonstrating spinal cord conditions. 
A) Patients receive less radiation dose with a CT scan. 
B) CT is better in demonstrating white brain matter pathology. 
C) CT is better in demonstrating gastrointestinal diseases. 
D) CT is better in demonstrating spinal cord conditions.

Which of the following devices is subject to torquing within the magnetic field?

The quantity of hydrogen protons within structures being imaged by MRI has no effect on MRI contrast.

A sonologist is a physician qualified to interpret sonographic studies.

The proximal femur (hip) and the lumbar spine are preferred sites for central analysis for bone density.

Match each definition with the correct term.(Use each choice only once.) -Acoustic energy that is reflected from a structure back toward the transducer

Cobalt-60-based units are used for intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) procedures of the brain.

Another term for short distance radiation therapy is:

The American Cancer Society estimates one in _____ women will develop invasive breast cancer.

What is the product of a positron and electron combining and then undergoing annihilation during the PET imaging process?

Regions of metastatic disease in the body have a(n) ____ uptake of 18F-FDG.

How much central ray (CR) angulation is required for the mediolateral oblique projection of an average-sized breast?

CT is recommended over MRI in the evaluation of severe spinal trauma.

A group of radioactive drugs used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease is the definition for:

The retromammary space is located posterior to the pectoralis major muscle.

Which type of ultrasound unit is used to examine the structure and behavior of flowing blood?

A patient with a spine T-score of less than or equal to -2.5 (but no fractures) is classified according to the World Health Organization as:

The anode-heel effect is less evident in mammography systems because of the anode configuration of the x-ray tube.

The fatty breast will usually require a reduction in exposure factors as compared with the fibroglandular breast.

The portion of the breast near the nipple is termed the:

Which of the following statements is true in comparing CT with MRI?

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

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

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Exam 20: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Which of the following devices is subject to torquing within the magnetic field?

The quantity of hydrogen protons within structures being imaged by MRI has no effect on MRI contrast.

A sonologist is a physician qualified to interpret sonographic studies.

The proximal femur (hip) and the lumbar spine are preferred sites for central analysis for bone density.

Match each definition with the correct term.(Use each choice only once.) -Acoustic energy that is reflected from a structure back toward the transducer

Cobalt-60-based units are used for intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) procedures of the brain.

Another term for short distance radiation therapy is:

The American Cancer Society estimates one in _____ women will develop invasive breast cancer.

What is the product of a positron and electron combining and then undergoing annihilation during the PET imaging process?

Regions of metastatic disease in the body have a(n) ____ uptake of 18F-FDG.

How much central ray (CR) angulation is required for the mediolateral oblique projection of an average-sized breast?

CT is recommended over MRI in the evaluation of severe spinal trauma.

A group of radioactive drugs used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease is the definition for:

The retromammary space is located posterior to the pectoralis major muscle.

Which type of ultrasound unit is used to examine the structure and behavior of flowing blood?

A patient with a spine T-score of less than or equal to -2.5 (but no fractures) is classified according to the World Health Organization as:

The anode-heel effect is less evident in mammography systems because of the anode configuration of the x-ray tube.

The fatty breast will usually require a reduction in exposure factors as compared with the fibroglandular breast.

The portion of the breast near the nipple is termed the:

Which of the following statements is true in comparing CT with MRI?

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

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Filters