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| Fracture of the wrist in which the distal radius is fractured with the distal fragment displaced posteriorly resulting from a foward fall on an outstretched arm: |
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| Which projections require that the shoulder be placed in internal rotation? |
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| AP internal rotation of shoulder and AP lateral rotation humerus. |
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| Which projection is most likely to demostrate the carpal pisiform free of superimposition? |
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| The ridge that marks the bifurcation of the trachea into right and left primary bronchi is: |
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| What structures articulates with the bases of the metatarsals? |
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| 1, 2, and 3 metarsals:3 cuneiforms, 4 and 5 with the cuboid |
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| The coronoid process should be visualized in profile in which of the following positions? |
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| AP oblique: Medial Rotation Elbow |
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| To best visualize the lower ribs, the exposure should be made: |
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| What are demonstrated in the AP projection of the cervical spine? |
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| C3-T2 or T3 vertebral bodies: space b/w pedicles and intervertebral disk spaces clearly seen. |
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| What fx classifications best describes one fracture composed of several fragments? |
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| A lateral projection of the hand in extension is often recommended to evaluate: |
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| X-ray film identification markers should include: |
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| R and L markers, Patient ID, date, and facility name |
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| What criteria is used to evaluate a PA projection of the chest? |
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| SC joints symmetrical, Sufficient shoulder rotation to prevent superimposition of scapulae over lung fields. |
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| In the posterior oblique position of the cervical spine, the intervertebral foramina best seen are those: |
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| In the lateral projection of the foot the: |
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| metatarsals are superimposed, tibiotalor jt is seen, plantar surface is vertical to IR. |
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| The ulna articulates with what portion of the humerus to help form the elbow jt? |
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| What position/projection will separate the radial head, neck, and tuberosity from superimposition on the ulna? |
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| External Rotation: oblique |
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| The 2 palpable bony landmarks generally used for accurate localization of the hip are the: |
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| Statement completions the oblique positions of the chest: |
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| Right atrium:60*LAO-Heart and great vessels:60*LAO-Best for left lung:45*RAO |
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| What projections will best demonstrate the tarsal navicular free of superimposition? |
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| AP oblique Lateral Rotation:Foot |
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| In the lateral projection of the knee, the: |
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| Femoral condyles are superimposed, patelofemoral articulation, flex knee 20-30*. |
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| The apophyseal articuations of the thoracic spine are demonstrated with the: |
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| Obliques:20* from perpendicular-70* from table |
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| Radiographic examination of the AC joints: |
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| with/without weights-14x17, 7x17 bilateral 8x10unilateral |
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| What is most likely to be the correct routine for a radiographic examination of a forearm? |
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| The scapular Y projection of the shoulder demonstrates: |
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| Oblique of shoulder, humeral head, and glenoid cavity |
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| The plane that passes vertically through the body, dividing it into anterior and posterior halves is termed: |
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| Which bony landmark is the same transverse plane as the syphysis pubis? |
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| Which vertebral group forms lordotic curves? |
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| Which projections will best demonstrate the carpal navicular? |
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| Ulnar flexion, and stecher method |
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| In the lateral projection of the ankle, the: |
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| talotibial jt, tibialtalor jt, superimposed tib/fib, and base of 5th metatarsal |
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| Which position/projections can be used to demonstrate the intercondyloid fossa? |
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| Camp conventry, Holmblad, and Beclere |
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| The body habitus characterized by a long and narrow thoracic cavity and low, midline stomach and gallbladder is the : |
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| Which is recommended to demonstrate small amounts of air within the peritoneal cavity? |
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| In which projection is the talofibular joint best demonstrated? |
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| Movement of a part away from the midline of the body is termed: |
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| Which of the positions will demonstrate right axillary ribs? |
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| Which patient positions will best demonstrate the SC joints? |
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| PA projection and Anterior oblique positions:RAO and LAO |
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| During chest radiography, the act of inspiration: |
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| diaphragm depresses, ribs expand, abdominal viscera moves down. |
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| Which bones participates in the formation of the acetabulum? |
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| With the patient recumbent and the CR directed horizontally, the patient is said to be in the: |
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| Which positions would be obtained with the patient lying prone recumbent on the radiographic table, and the CR directed horizontally to the iliac crest? |
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| Which positions will best demonstrate the left axillary portion of the ribs? |
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| Which bones participate in the formation of the knee jt? |
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| In the posterior oblique position of the cervical spine, the CR should be directed: |
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| Which positions will best demonstrate the left apophyseal articulations of the lumbar vertebrae? |
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| To better demonstrate the ribs below the diaphragm, the patient is instructed to: |
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| suspend respiration on expiration |
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| Which tube angle and direction combinations is correct for an axial projection of the clavicle, with the patient in the AP recumbent position on the x-ray table? |
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| 15-30*cephalad or 25-30*laying down. thin people need more angle-10-15* more. |
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| Which procedures use quiet, shallow breathing during the exposure to obliterate prominant pulmonary vascular markings? |
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| Breathing technique-Lateral t-spine |
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| The sternoclavicular joints will be best demonstrated in which of the following positions? |
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| PA and oblique with chin on table. |
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| The carpal navicular (scaphoid) may be demonstrated in which projection(s) of the wrist? |
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| Ulnar deviation or stecher |
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| The AP oblique projection (medial rotation) of the elbow demonstrates: |
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| which surface of the forearm must be adjacent to the film in order to obtain a lateral projection of the 4th finger with optimal recorded detail? |
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| AP rather than PA-radius and ulna cross over each other. |
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| Which anatomy is (are) demonstrated in the lateral projection of the cervical spine? |
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| Cervical vertebral bodies, intervertebral joint spaces, articular pillars, spinous processes, and zygapophyseal joints. |
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| With the patient supine, the left side of the pelvis elevated 25*, and the CR entering 1" medial to the ASIS, which of the following is demonstrated? |
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| To better demonstrate the interphalangeal joints of the toes, which procedures may be employed? |
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| 15*posterior, 15-20* wedge |
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| An accurately positioned oblique projection of the 1st-4th lumbar vertebrae will demonstrate the classic "scottie dog". What bony structure does the scottie dog's neck represent? |
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| It is essential to question female patients of childbearing age regarding the: |
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| The RAO position is used to project the sternum to the left of the thoracic vertebrae in order to take advantage of: |
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| Which of the following is the most proximal structure on the adult ulna? |
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| Which position/projection is used to obtain a lateral projection of the upper humerus on the patient unable to abduct their arm? |
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| Transthoracic Lateral Projection:humerus Trauma Lawrence method |
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| Which projections require that the shoulder be placed in external rotation? |
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| Describe the AP projection of the knee and anatomy demonstrated: |
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| Pelvis not tilted, 1"inferior to apex |
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| The AP projection of the sacrum requires the CR to be directed: |
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| 15* cephalad 2" superior to symphysis pubis |
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| An axial projection of the clavicle is often helpful in demonstrating a fracture not visualized using a perpendicular CR. When examining the clavicle in the AP position, how is the CR directed for the axial projection? |
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| The RAO of the cervical spine requires which of the following combinations of tube angle and direction? |
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| Which shoulder projections may be used to evaluate the lesser tubercle in profile? |
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| A joint formed by the anterior end of a rib cartilage and the notch on the lateral margin of the sternum would be correctly called which of the following? |
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| costosternal or sternocostal |
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| The largets tarsal bone in the foot is: |
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| calcaneus, os calcis, and heel |
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| Which anatomy should not be seen in an AP radiograph of the hip if the lower extremity is rotated correctly? |
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| The patient is in a 45 degree oblique LPO position. There is a 15* cephalic angle on the tube and the CR is centered to C4. Which anatomic part is visualized? |
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| Right Intervertebral Foramina |
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| What are the optimal breathing instructions to a cooperative patient to facilitate better visualization of the odontoid on a radiograph? |
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| Say ah. Drop lower jaw as much as possible. |
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| The 1st pair of ribs articulates with the _____ of the sternum. |
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| What are the bones in the palm of the hand called? |
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| A pediatric patient presents to the radiology department with a 2-bone fracutre of the forearm, which 2 bones are involved? |
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| Where is the CR directed for an upright KUB? |
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| For demonstration of the radial head, how would you position the part if the extremity was casted? |
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| AP partial flexion and lateral |
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| What type of fracture is demonstrated in several pieces? |
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| What is the rounded process on the proximal, lateral aspect of the femur called? |
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| The majority of the ribs articulate posteriorly with a thoracic vertebra at the: |
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| The term for movement away from the body's midline is: |
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| What is another name for the first cervical vertebrae? |
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