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Digestive System-- LGI

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Primary function of the small intestine?   show
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show Reabsorption of fluids and elimination of waste.  
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show 22 feet; 5 feet  
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show 1)Cecum 2)Colon 3)Rectum 4)Anal Canal  
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Where and what is the vermiform appendix attached to?   show
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show Ileocecal Valve  
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What is the contraction wave that moves contents towards the rectum?   show
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show Epigastric and Right Hypochondrium regions  
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show 1)By Mouth 2)Complete reflux filling with a large volume barium enema 3)Direct injection through an intestinal tube inserted into the nose or mouth (method called enteroclysis)  
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show Small Bowel Series  
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show double-contrast intestine examinations ONLY  
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The general term used to describe the surgical procedure of forming an artificial opening to the intestine for the passage of fecal material is: a. colostomy b. enterectomy c. enterotomy d. enterostomy   show
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What projection is used for radiographic examinations for defecography?   show
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show Asthenic Habitus  
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During an ERCP, an endoscope is passed into the duodenum under fluoroscopic control. "Spot" radiographs are usually taken of the:   show
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During an operative cholangiogram, the surgeon injects the contrast medium directly into the biliary system. Which of the following projections are typically done during this procedure in surgery?   show
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What is the patient preparation for a small intestine examination?   show
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show 15 Minutes  
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show AP and PA  
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show L2 or 2 inches above the Iliac Crest  
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show Level of the iliac crest  
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show Expiration  
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What methods are used for radiographic examinations of the colon?   show
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What are the preparation methods for examinations of the colon?   show
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show One complete squeeze of the 90mL inflator under fluoroscopy  
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What is the patient position for a barium enema tip insertion?   show
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show 18 inches to no more than 24 inches  
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Which radiographs are taken during a single contrast BE?   show
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show Single stage, & two stage by Welin  
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For AP or PA projections of a sthenic patient during a barium enema, where is the IR centered?   show
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Which projections will show the rectosigmoid area?   show
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show 30-40 Caudad  
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show 35 to 45 degrees  
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The CR enters what body plane for a PA Oblique projection of the large intestine?   show
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show AP LPO or PA RAO  
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Which projection best demonstrates the Ascending Colon?   show
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The PA Oblique projection LAO best demonstrates what part of the colon?   show
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Which projection(s) best demonstrates the Left Colic Flexure?   show
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show ASIS  
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show Midcoronal plane  
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show 30 to 40 degrees Cephalad  
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What is the degree of body rotation for the AP Oblique projection of the large intestine?   show
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show PA Oblique LAO and AP Oblique RPO  
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show Level of the Iliac Crest  
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What method demonstrates the rectum and rectosigmoid area in true axial?   show
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show Haustra  
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What is the pouchlike portion of the large intestine below the junction of the ileum and colon?   show
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Where does the ascending colon join the transverse colon?   show
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How far is the enema tip inserted into the rectum for a colon exam?   show
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show AP or PA  
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show Lateral side of Ascending and Medial side of Descending  
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show Lateral projection in Left or Right Ventral Decubitus position  
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show Ileum  
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show Left colic flexure  
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show Cecum  
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Which part of the large intestine has the widest diameter?   show
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Which part of the colon has the greatest amount of potential movement?   show
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show Taeniae Coli  
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show Ascending, Descending, & Rectum  
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The circular staircase, or herringbone pattern, is a common radiographic sign for what?   show
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What condition may produce the "cobblestone" or "string" sign?   show
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show Small Bowel Series  
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show Once contrast media passes the ileocecal valve  
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What is a term describing a "double-Contrast" small bowel procedure?   show
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show Regional Enteritis (Crohn's Disease)  
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show 16 ounces  
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show Duodenojejunal Flexure (suspensory ligament)  
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show Chronic Ulcerative Colitis  
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A telescoping, or invagination, of one part of the intestine into another is termed ____________.   show
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The tapered or 'corkscrew' radiographic sign is often seen with ______________.   show
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show Napkin ring or apple core sign  
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show Castor Oil  
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show Ileus  
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During the initial enema tip insertion, the tip is aimed toward the ___________.   show
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show Rectal prolapse  
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show 80 to 90 kV  
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Central ray and image receptor centering for a 1-hour small bowel radiograph should be?   show
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Which projection/position is most commonly performed during an evacuative proctogram?   show
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Why is the PA rather than the AP recommended for a small bowel series?   show
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A radiograph of an AP barium enema projection reveals poor visualization of the sigmoid due to excessive superimposition of the sigmoid colon and rectum. How can this area be better visualized on the repeat?   show
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show Double Contrast Barium Enema  
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show Ventral Decubitus  
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What BE projection/position provides the greatest amount of gonadal dosage to both male and female patients?   show
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What is another name for the AP Axial projection?   show
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show Have the radiologist insert under fluoro  
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show IVU, BE, UGI  
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Desirable qualities for a barium sulfate suspension for the lower GI tract are:   show
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show Rectosigmoid Region  
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When would saline be used for mixing barium sulfate suspension instead of normal tap water?   show
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show Trendelenburg  
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What procedure would best be able to assist in a suspected diagnosis of Crohn's Disease?   show
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What projections are taken during a barium enema to demonstrate the rectosigmoid area?   show
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During radiographic evaluation of the large intestine using a barium contrast agent, the AP Oblique projections are most commonly employed to improve visualization of what?   show
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show Intestinal Polyps  
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