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RAD102
RAD102 Final
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| For a lateral projection of the humerus, how should a patient be positioned. | Arm abducted, palm facing forward |
| What nerve is commonly compressed in carpal tunnel syndrome | Median Nerve |
| For a tangential (Settegast) projection of the patella, what is the correct CR angulation? | 15-20 degrees |
| What is the correct positioning for the AP projection of the thumb? | Hand rotated medially with thumb supinated |
| What is the best projection for visualizing the sinus tarsi of the foot? | Medial Oblique |
| For a PA axial (Camp-Coventry) projection of the intercondylar fossa, what degree is knee flexion is recommended? | 40-50 degrees |
| The goal of the trauma axial (Coyle method) mediolateral elbow image is to demonstrate what anatomic structure? | Coronoid Process |
| In what projection are the cuboid articulations, sinus tarsi, and tuberosity of the 5th metatarsal demonstrated? | AP oblique foot with medial rotation? |
| What type of joint is the radioulnar joint? | Pivot joint |
| In the PA axial (Holmbad method) projection of the knee, how should the patient be positioned? | Kneeling or standing with a 60-70 degree flexion of the knee |
| Which bone contains the intertubicular (bicipital) grove? | Humerus |
| For an optimal lateral projection of the 2nd digit, how should the finger be positioned? | Fully extended with the lateral aspect of the digit on the IR |
| What is the name of the name of the structure that serves as common passageway for both food and air | Pharynx |
| The thyroid gland is located at approximately what level? | C5-7 |
| What is the best method to control involuntary motion during an abdominal | Short exposure time |
| Calvaria, scapulae, ribs, and sternum are all examples of what type of bones? | Flat |
| At what level should the CR be placed for a left-lateral decubitus projection of the abdomen? | 2" above iliac crest |
| Cystic fibrosis is classified as what kind of disease? | Genetic |
| The intercarpal joint is classified as what type of joint? | Saddle (seller) joint |
| The sternal angle is a palpable landmark at what level? | T4-T5 |
| What is the minimum number of projections on an elbow study | (3) three |
| For an injury to the left lower ribs, which projections should be taken to demonstrate the involved area? | PA and LAO (22) |
| An AP-PA chest projection (lateral decubitus position) with accurate positioning demonstrates? | equal posterior rib length on both sides of the chest, and nine posterior ribs above the diaphragm. |
| What kVp range is recommended for an AP projection of the ribs found below the diaphragm? | 75 to 85 kVp |
| How many individual body systems comprise the human body? | 10 |
| The most inferior positioning landmark on the abdomen/pelvis is what? | Ischial tuberosity |
| To ensure that the inferior margin of the abdomen is included on a KUB radiograph, the technologist should palpate what? | Greater trochanter (in place of the pubic symphis) |
| The iliac crest corresponds with the ____ vertebral level. | L4-L5 |
| Cystic fibrosis and pleural effusion are what type of disease | additive pathology |
| Why is the left lateral decubitus preferred over right for an acute abdomen series? | Any intraperitoneal air will be visualized along the lower liver margin. |
| What is the recommended degree of obliquity for an RAO projection of the sternum for an asthenic (thin-chested) type of patient? | 20 degrees |
| The sternal angle is a palpable landmark at the level of: | T4-T5 |
| A projection in which the CR skims a body part to project it in profile is termed: | Tangential |
| “Brittle bone” disease is also known as | Osteogenesis imperfecta |
| What is the term for a freely moveable joint? | Synovial |
| What type of CR angle is required for the dorsoplantar (axial) weight-bearing projection of the calcaneus? | 45 degrees anteriorly |
| Which metatarsal bone of the foot has a prominent tuberosity most frequently fractured? | Fifth |
| What type of CR angle is required for the PA axial weight-bearing bilateral knee projection (Rosenberg method)? | 10 degree caudad |
| Which intercondylar fossa projection would provide the best results without risk of injury for an unsteady patient? | Camp-Coventry method |
| Metatarsophalangeal is what type of joint? | modified ellipsoidal joint |
| The ankle joint is a ____ joint with a ____ type of movement | Synovial; Saddle |
| Which of the following modalities would provide the best assesment of osteomyelitis of the foot? | CT (computed tomography) |
| What is the major disadvantage of using 45 degrees of flexion for the mediolateral projection of the knee? | Draws the patella into the intercondylar sulcus. |
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