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RAD125 review

RAD135 - RAD125 review exam - Spine

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Where is the IR centered for a lateral cervical spine (Grandy method)? C4
The part of the lamina that lies between the superior and inferior articular processes on a typical lumbar vertebra is called the: (hint: think of the unique aspects of each spinal vertebra and how they differ) Pars Interarticularis
The second cervical vertebra is called the: Axis
Where is the central ray positioned for a lateral sacrum? At the level of the ASIS and 3.5 inches posterior
Where is the central ray positioned for a lateral coccyx? 3.5 inches posterior to the ASIS and 2 inches inferior
Occasionally, a patient may have to be placed in the prone position for a sacrum radiography, and a PA projection performed. What is the central ray angle for this projection? 15 degrees caudal
Spinal nerves and blood vessels exit the spinal column through the: intervertebral foramina
Where is the central ray directed for a lateral thoracic spine? Level of T7
The intervertebral foramina of the Thoracic spine are clearly demonstrated on which projection? Lateral
Which intervertebral foramina are demonstrated on the PA axial oblique projection of the cervical spine? Those closest to the IR
An abnormal lateral curvature of the spine is termed: scoliosis
Which zygapophyseal joints are demonstrated on the AP oblique projection of the lumbar spine? Joints closest to the IR
How many foramina are located in each cervical vertebra? 3
The zygapophyseal joints of the cervical spine are clearly demonstrated on which projection? Lateral
To demonstrate the zygapophyseal joints of the lumbar spine, MSP of the patient is rotated _______ degrees. 45
What is the central ray centering point for an AP oblique lumbar spine? 2 inches medial to the elevated ASIS and 1 to 1.5 inches above the iliac crest
The intervertebral foramina of the cervical spine are demonstrated on which two of the following projections? Lateral AP Axial PA Axial oblique AP Axial oblique PA axial oblique AP axial oblique
The first cervical vertebra is called the: Atlas
The respiration phase for the AP oblique projection of the lumbar spine is: expiration
Which method is used to demonstrate the dens within the foramen magnum? Fuchs
The central ray angle for an AP axial projection of the sacrum is: 15 degrees cephalic
Where should the cathode end of an x-ray be placed for an AP thoracic spine to take advantage of the "heel effect" of the tube? Toward the feet
Which thoracic vertebrae contain costal facets on the transverse process? T1-T10
What is the recommended SID for the lateral cervical spine (Grandy method)? 60 to 72 inches
The central ray angle for an AP axial projection of the coccyx is: 10 degrees caudal
What x-ray projection is being performed if the central ray is directed through a patient's open mouth? AP, open mouth, atlas and axis
Which method will demonstrate the cervicothoracic region in the lateral projection? Swimmer's technique
Spina bifida is a congenital deformity of the vertebral column in which the _____ fail to unite posteriorly. lamina
The central ray angle for an AP axial of cervical vertebrae is: 15 to 20 degrees cephalad
Where is the IR centered for an AP projection of the lumbosacral spine? The iliac crests
The zygapophyseal joints of the thoracic spine for an angle of how many degrees with the midsagittal plane? 70 to 75
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