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Chest Abdomen practice questions #2- class 3

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show 1 & 2  
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show anterior  
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Where should the top of the IR be positioned for a PA oblique projection of the lungs?   show
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show aspiration pneumonia  
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What is the patient position for a lateral projection done in the dorsal decubitus position?   show
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What is the name of the tongue-shaped process on the anterior-medial border of the left lung?   show
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Which plane must be accurately parallel with the IR to prevent distortion of the thoracic structures during a lateral chest radiograph?   show
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The part of the lung that extends above the clavicle is termed the:   show
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show 1 1/2 - 2 inches above the vertebral prominens  
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show Affected side  
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The costophrenic angle is a part of the:   show
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show mediastinum  
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show lobes  
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show 1 and 2  
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show 1 inch  
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show back of the hands on the hips  
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Which of the following would not be included in the mediastinum? (1) thymus (2) larynx (3) diaphragm   show
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Which of the following exposure techniques is required to penetrate all of the thoracic anatomy?   show
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show serous membrane  
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When fluid replaces air in the lung interstitium and alveoli, the patient is said to have:   show
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Fluid that collects in the pleural cavity is termed:   show
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How far above the shoulders should the IR be positioned for PA and lateral chest radiographs?   show
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What is the name of the double-walled serous membrane sac that encloses the lung?   show
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show Lungs and mediastinum  
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The lungs are composed of a light, spongy, elastic substance called the:   show
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show 2 & 3  
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show Full inspiration  
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What is the name of the hooklike process on the last tracheal cartilage?   show
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show rolling the shoulders forward  
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The thoracic cavity contains which of the following: (1) heart (2) thymus gland (3) inferior esophagus   show
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How many ribs should be visible above the diaphragm on a PA chest radiograph?   show
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Which of the following best describes the position of the thymus gland?   show
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The space between the two pleural walls is called the:   show
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show unaffected side  
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show Midway between the lateral surface of the elevated side and the spine  
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If the lateral decubitus position is used to demonstrate fluid in the pleural cavity, which side must the patient lie on?   show
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Where should the top of the IR be positioned for a supine AP chest radiograph?   show
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show 45 degrees  
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show Terminal bronchial  
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show chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)  
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What is the central-ray angle for a PA chest radiograph?   show
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Why is the left lateral chest position the most commonly used for lateral radiographs of the chest?   show
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What is the recommended SID for a supine AP chest radiograph?   show
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What is the central-ray angulation for an AP or PA oblique projection of the chest?   show
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Where does the esophagus lie in relation to the trachea?   show
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What is the recommended SID for a PA chest radiograph?   show
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What is the most optimal position of the patient for examinations of the heart and lungs?   show
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The respiratory system proper consists of the: (1) larynx (2) trachea and bronchi (3) both lungs   show
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Inflammation of the bronchi would be termed:   show
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show 1 and 3  
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How long should the patient remain in position before making the exposure when performing a projection in the lateral or dorsal decubitus position?   show
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show The side closest to the IR  
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After entering the hilum, each primary bronchus divides. How many primary branches are in the right lung?   show
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show alveoli  
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What is the optimal respiration phase for a PA or lateral chest radiograph?   show
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show pneumothorax  
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