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Bony thorax

Thorax review questions

QuestionAnswer
How much should the body be rotated for a PA oblique projection of the sternum? 15-20 degrees
How many ribs attach directly to the sternum? 7
The approximate length of the sternum is ___ inches. 6
What is the respiration phase for a lateral projection of the sternum? Suspended deep respiration
The easily palpable superior border of the manubrium is called the: Jugular notch
The central ray enters at the level of ____ for a PA projection of the upper ribs. T7
Where should the patients hands be positioned for an upright lateral sternum? Locked behind the back
The space between each of the ribs is called the: Intercostal space
How much should the body be rotated for an AP or PA oblique projection of the ribs? 45 degrees
Which projection and body position will demonstrate the sternum through the heart? PA oblique projection, RAO position
Which ribs are called true ribs? 1 to 7
Which ribs are attached to vertebrae only? 11 and 12
Which SID is recommended for the lateral projection of the sternum for management of magnification? 72”
Which ribs are demonstrated on an AP oblique projection? Side closest to the IR
All of the following form the bony thorax except: Clavicles (ribs, sternum, 12 thoracic vertebrae)
The CR enter at the level of ____ for a PA oblique projection of the sternum. T7
What is the respiration phase for the PA projection of the upper ribs? Full inspiration
Where does the central ray enter for the lateral projection of the sternum? Midsternum
Which breathing techniques can be used when performing an oblique projection of the sternum? Expiration and slow shallow breathing
Which two body positions will project the left ribs clear of the heart? RPO and LAO
Which projection and position of the sternum demonstrate the sternum free of superimposition of the ribs? Lateral projection, right or left positioning
What is the respiration phase for the AP projection of the ribs below the diaphragm? Full expiration
How far is the top of the 14x17 inch IR or exposure field placed above the upper border of the shoulder for projection of the ribs? 1.5 inches
The phase of respiration for a PA projection of the sternoclavicular joints is: Suspended at the end of expiration
Which of the following is the desired patient position for examination of the ribs above the diaphragm? Upright
Which SID is recommended for the PA oblique projection of the sternum? 30 inches
Ribs lie in an oblique plane in the thorax. How are the anterior ends situated in comparison to the posterior ends? 3 to 5 inches lower
What are the functions of the bony thorax? - Supports the walls of the pleural cavity - Protects the heart and lungs - Supports the diaphragm
Where is the bottom of the IR positioned for an AP projection of the ribs (below the diaphragm)? At the iliac crest
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