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Clinical Exam

Clinical Exam 2nd Semester Radiography

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1. Scoliosis is define as abnormal or exaggerated Lateral Curvature
2. Kyphosis is defined as Abnormal Curvature of the T spine
3. The joints between articular processes vertebra are termed Zygapophyseal
6. which of the following features makes the cervical vertebra unique as compared with other vertebrae of spine Overlapping Vertebral Body Spina Bifida Transverse Foramina
7. where is the articular pillar located on cervical vertebra Between the superior and inferior articular process
8. which term best defines or describes the vertebral body of c1 There's no vertebral body of C1
9. the zygapophyseal joints for the t spine lie at an angle of ___ in relation to the MSP 90˚
10. along with increasing SID what other factor will improve detail for lateral and oblique projection of the cervical spine Using Small Focal Spot
11. which of the following pathologic conditions is defined as a condition of the spine characterized by rigidity of vertebral joint Spondylosis
12. which of the following pathologic conditions will require decrease in manual technical factors Advanced Osteoporosis
13. which factor is most important to open up the intervertebral joint spaces for a lateral thoracic Keep vertebral column parallel to IR
14. which position/projection of the cervical spine will best demonstrate the zyga joint spaces between c1 and c2 AP Open Mouth
15. along with upper incisors what other bony landmark must be aligned for the ap open mouth projection Base of the skull
16. how much cr angulation is required for the AP axial projection for the cervical spine 15-20˚ cephalic
17. why are the anterior oblique's (rao/lao) preferred over the posterior oblique of the cervical spine Less thyroid and breast dose
18. which of the following positions will demonstrate the left intervertebral foramina of the cervical spine LAO/RPO
19. which of the following positions will demonstrate the Zyga joints of the cervical spine Lateral
21. why is the chin extended for a lateral projection of the cervical spine To prevent superimposition of the mandible over the spine
22. the nose of the Scotty dog represents the spinous process of lumbar vertebrae False. (Transverse process)
23. what type of CR angle is required for posterior oblique (lpo/rpo) positions of the cervical spine 15˚ cephalic
24. which of the following factors will enhance the visibility of vertebral bodies during a lateral projection of the thoracic spine Placing a lead mat
25. which of the following positions will best demonstrate the left zyga joints on the thoracic spine LAO/RPO
26. how much obliquity of the body is required for an LAO projection of the thoracic spine from the plane of the table 70˚
27. which of the following projections will project the dens within the shadow of the foramen magnum Fuchs Method
28. A radiograph of an AP axial projection of the cervical spine reveals that the intervertebral joints are not open the following factors the skull and the CR centered to the thyroid cartilage which alteration should be made for repeat exposure Increase CR angulation to 15-20˚ cephalic
29. In radiograph of an AP open mouth projection reveals that the base of the skull is superimposed over the dens what positioning error lead to Excessive Extension of the skull
30. An RPO position of the cervical spine requires a 45 degree oblique of the body with a 15 to 20 degree caudad angle False
31. the anterior oblique thoracic spine demonstrates the upside zyga joints False
32. which one of the following projections will best demonstrate a compression fracture of the thoracic spine Lateral
33. normal or abnormal concave lumbar curvature Lordosis
34. fracture through pedicles of C2 usually resulting in anterior subluxation of c2 on c3 Hangman Fracture
35. Inflammation of the vertebrae Spondylitis
36. a fracture of the vertebral body in which the anterior margin collapses frequently associated with osteoporosis Compression Fracture
37. the small section of bone found between the superior and inferior articular processes of the lumbar spine is termed Pars Interarticularis
38. what is the term for the superior aspect of the coccyx Base
39. Which of the following topographic landmarks corresponds with the L4-L5 vertebral level Iliac Crest
40. Scotty dog where is the pedicle Eye of the scotty dog
41. the Scotty dog sign is demonstrated with oblique projection of the thoracic and lumbar spine False
42. the anterior oblique (RAO/LAO) positions of the lumbar spine will demonstrate the zyga joints closest to the image receptor False
43. The average degree of rotation required to demonstrate the L3-L4 zyga joint is 45˚
44. why should the hips and knees be flexed for an AP projection of the lumbar spine Opens the intervertebral disk space by reducing the lumbar curvature
45. which of the following should be done to reduce scatter radiation from reaching the image receptor for the lateral lumbar sacrum and coccyx Place a lead mat behind pt's back
46. where is the CR centered for an AP projection of the lumbar spine with a 14 X 17 inch IR At the level of the Iliac Crest
47. if the waist is supported properly and average size patient does not require any CR angulation for the lateral lumbar spine projection True
49. where is the CR centered for an AP axial projection of the sacrum 2'' superior to pubis symphysis
50. What type of CR angulation is required for an AP axial projection of the coccyx 10˚ caudal
53. An abnormal lateral curvature of the spine is a congenital condition termed Scoliosis
54. what CR angle should be used Lateral sacrum/coccyx projection None. CR is perpendicular
55. the nose of the Scotty dog represents the transverse process of lumbar vertebra true
56. A serious reaction by the immune system to a substance is a definition of which of the following Allergic Reaction
57. B.u.n and creatine are indicators of which of the following Kidney related
59. which of the following is the normal range for radial pulse in an adult 68-80 bpm
60. The normal oral temperature of a child age 5-13 years is which of the following 97.8 ˚F to 98.6˚F
61. The normal systolic pressure in adult man and woman is 110-120 mmHg
62. when moving a patient with urinary drainage the tubing should always be kept at which of the following levels Below the level of the bladder
63. the leading cause of work related injuries in the field of health care is Back Injuries
64. Excessive blood loss should be monitored for which of the following Hypovolemic
65. unintentional misconduct is also called Negligence
67. Touching a patient without permission is the legal definition of Battery
68. the most effective method used to prevent spread of infection is Hand-washing
69. when taken orally the normal body temperature in adults is 98˚F to 99˚F
70. what route of transmission involves touching a susceptible person with contaminated object Fomite
71. which of the following is an accepted method of sterilization
72. free discussing a patient confidential medical information with unauthorized person is known as Invasion of privacy
73. healthcare workers can inhibit the spread disease by faithfully practicing which of the following precautions
74. the period of contraction of the heart is termed systolic
75. a decrease in blood pressure which occurs on suddenly arising from the recumbent position is called Orthostatic hypotension
76. what is this shock that is caused by a failure of the heart to pump enough blood to the vital organs Cardiogenic Shock
77. ______ is willfully attempting or threatening to harm someone Assault
78. Patient restrained against their will is considered as False Imprisonment
79. defamation through spoken communication is known as Slander
80. the normal adult rectal temperature is 99.1˚F to 99.6˚F
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