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Ch 8 Bontrager
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the conventional radiograph exam/projection used to identify SCOLIOSIS? | Erect AP/PA spine, including bending laterals; Scoliosis series |
| What is the conventional radiograph exam/projection used to identify Teardrop Burst Fracture? | Lateral C-spine |
| What is the conventional radiograph exam/projection used to identify Jefferson Fracture? | AP open mouth C1/C2 |
| What is the conventional radiograph exam/projection used to identify Scheuermann Disease? | Scoliosis Series |
| What is the conventional radiograph exam/projection used to identify Unilateral Subluxation of C-spine? | Lateral C-spine |
| What is the conventional radiograph exam/projection used to identify HNP? | AP and Lateral of affected spine |
| What are the major differences between spondylosis and spondylitis? | spondylosis is condition of degenerated intervertebral disks, characterized by decreased IV disk space and arthritic changes in Zjoints; spondylitis is the inflammation of the vertebrae characterized by bony bridges between vertebrae. |
| TRUE/FALSE Many geriatric patients have a fear of falling off an x-ray table. | TRUE |
| TRUE/FALSE Performing a cervicothoracic projection is often required to demonstrate the C7/T1 region for an obese patient. | TRUE |
| What is the name of the radiographic procedure that requires the injection of contrast into the subarachnoid space? | Myelography |
| Which two landmarks must be aligned for AP open mouth? | base of skull and lower margin of upper incisors |
| TRUE/FALSE The tip of the odontoid process does not have to be demonstrated on the AP open mouth because it is best seen on the lateral projection. | FALSE - must have entire dens |