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RAD125 Bony Thorax
Ribs and Sternum
Question | Answer |
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What is the respiration phase for the AP projection of the ribs below the diaphragm? | full expiration |
All of the following form the bony thorax except: 12 Pairs of ribs 12 Thoracic Vertebrae Sternum Clavicles | Clavicles |
What is the respiration phase for a lateral projection of the sternum? | Suspended deep inspiration |
The approximate length of the sternum is ________ inches. | 6 |
The phase of respiration for a PA projection of the sternoclavicular joints is: | suspended at the end of expiration |
How much should the body be rotated for a PA oblique projection of the sternum? | 15 to 20 degrees |
Which ribs are attached to the vertebrae only? | 11 and 12 |
What is the respiration phase for the PA projection of the upper ribs? | Full inspiration |
Which projection and position of the sternum demonstrates the sternum free of superimposition of the ribs? | Lateral projection, right or left position |
The CR enters at the level of _________ for a PA oblique projection of the sternum. | seventh thoracic vertebra |
Which SID is recommended for the lateral projection of the sternum for management of magnification? | 72" |
Where is the bottom of the IR positioned for an AP projection of the ribs (below the diaphragm)? | At the iliac crest |
Which SID is recommended for the PA oblique projection of the sternum? | 30 inches |
Which of the following is the desired patient position for examination of the ribs above the diaphragm?? | upright |
How much is the body rotated for an AP or PA oblique projection of the ribs? | 45 degrees |
Which ribs are demonstrated on an AP oblique projection? | Side closest to the IR |
The easily palpable superior border of the manubrium is called the: | Jugular notch |
Ribs lie in an oblique plane in the thorax. How are the anterior ends situated in comparison to the posterior ends? | 3" to 5" lower |
Which ribs are called the true ribs? | 1 to 7 |
Where should the patient's hands be positioned for an upright lateral sternum? | Locked behind the back |
The space between each of the ribs is called the: | intercostal spaces |
Where does the CR enter for a lateral projection of the Sternum? | midsternum |
Which two body positions will project the left ribs clear of the heart? | LAO and RPO |
The central ray enters at the level of _______ for a PA projection of the upper ribs. | T7 |
How many ribs attach directly to the sternum? | 7 |
Which breathing technique can be used when performing an oblique projection of the sternum? 1. Inspiration 2. Expiration 3. Slow, shallow breathing | 2 and 3 |
Which projection and body position will demonstrate the sternum through the heart? | PA oblique projection, RAO position |
How far is the top of the 14x17 inch IR or exposure field placed above the upper border of the shoulder for projections of the ribs? | 1.5 inches |
Which of the following are functions of the bony thorax? Protects the heart and lungs Protects the spinal cord Supports the walls of the pleural cavity Supports the diaphragm | Protects the heart and lungs Supports the walls of the pleural cavity Supports the diaphragm |