Chapter 12: Biliary Tract & Upper Gastrointestinal System Part 1

The act of swallowing is termed

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Gastric is defined as inflammation of the

The liver is divided into ________ major and minor lobes.

Achalasia is generally defined as:

Which of the following functions are performed by the gallbladder?

What is the primary purpose of the membranous folds located within the cystic duct?

A stomach with the duodenal bulb at the level of LI-2 would be found in a(n) _______

Patient preparation for an adult upper GI series includes:

A high and transverse stomach would be found in a(n) _____ patient.

Which aspect of the stomach is attached to the duodenum?

Gastric emptying studies are performed using:

what level should CR & image receptor be centered for RAO or PA upper GI projection and/or position on sthentic-body

What structure indicates the junction between the duodenum and jejunum?

What type of breathing instructions should be given to the patient during an esophagogram using a thin barium mixture?

Lipids (fats) are broken down to fatty acids and glycerol as they are digested and absorbed by the:

which of the following technical factors will best enhance a digital image taken during an upper GI series?

Which conditions involves dilated veins in the distal aspect of the esophagus, which in can lead to internal bleeding?

Which of the cardinal principle of radiation protection is effective in reducing the dose to the tech during fluoroscopy

The liver is located primarily in the ______ of the abdomen.

Which of the following conditions is an example of GERD?

Patient preparation for an esophagram includes NPO _____ before the procedure.

When using computed radiography (CR), inadequate k V or mAs will produce a ____ image.

What is the classification of barium sulfate as a contrast media?

Which of the following substances are not digested chemically?

A large outpouching of then proximal esophagus above the upper esophageal sphincter is termed:

Toward which aspect(s) of the stomach will barium gravitate with the patient in a prone position?

Which of the following upper GI projection and/or positions will best fill the body and pylorus with barium?

Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (HPS) is the most common form of intestinal obstruction found in infants.

Which term describes the outer, lateral border of the stomach?

Only 5% of all ulcers lead to bowel perforation

Other than esophagogram, what other imaging modality is performed to diagnose Barrett's esophagus?

Radiographic examination of the biliary ducts only is termed

Which specific part of the pancreas is adjacent to the loop of the duodenum?

What type of contrast media is ideal for demonstrating a diverticulum within the stomach?

Research suggest that peptic ulcers may be caused by:

The main function of bile is to

Enzymes that aid in chemical digestion are classified as:

during an upper GI series, the halo series sign appears in the duodenum. Which condition produce this radiographic sign?

The liver secretes approximately ______mL of bile per day.

Which of the imaging modalities or procedures is most effective and preferred in diagnosing HPS?

Protective aprons worn during fluoroscopy must possess at least ____ mm lead equivalency

What is a potential risk associated with the use of water-soluble contrast geriatric patients?

The aortic arch and the ______ create a normal indentation seen along the lateral border of the esophagus

Which upper GI projection &/or position best demonstrate pylorus & duodenal bulbprofile during a double-contrast study?

patient comes to radiology w/ a hx of a gastric ulcer. which procedure would be most diagnostic to demonstrate lesion

What is an older term for the pancreatic duct?

Which of the following kV ranges should be used for an upper GI series using the barium sulfate (single contrast study)?

The dilated portion of the distal esophagus is termed the:

Which aspect of the gallbladder is located most posterior within the abdomen?

concern about upper portion near level T1 which did not visualize well. Which special projection/position demo's region?

Which of the following imaging modalities is an alternative to an esophagogram for detecting esophageal varices?

What is the term for the longitudinal muscosal folds found within the stomach?

Which of the following patient care concerns would prevent the use of an oral, water-soluble contrast medium?

Which term describes the outer, lateral border of the stomach?

Most esophagograms begin with the patient

Which of the following positions is not normally considered to be part of the esophagogram basic routine?

Which of the following definitions would describe a bezoar?

What is a primary function of cholecystokinin?

What is an older term for the hepatopancreatic sphincter?

Which of the following statements is true about barium sulfate?

Sodium bicarbonate is often used as negative contrast medium during an upper GI series.

Chole- is a prefix for terms pertaining to the

Which of the following modalities is ideal for demonstrating signs of Barrett esophagus?

Duodenal ulcers are rarely malignant

patient come to radiology w/ a clinical history HPS. which imaging modalities will best demonstrate this condition?

The esophagus is located ______ to the larynx

The opening between the stomach and esophagus is termed the

Once food enters the stomach and is mixed with gastric secretion, it is termed:

Salivary contains certain enzymes to begin the digestion of

How much barium is typically given to a 3-to10-year-old child during an upper GI tract?

No cassettes are required for imaging with a digital fluoroscopy unit.

Digital fluoroscopy. does not require the use of an image intensifier

Which division of the duodenum contains the duodenal bulb or cap?

How much obliquity is required for the RAO position for the esophagus?

Digital fluoroscopy distinct advantages but produce slightly higher patient dose as compared w/ conventional fluoroscopy

The RAO position of the esophagus is preferred over the left anterior oblique (LAO) because it:

W/ digital fluoroscopy edge enhancement brightness & contrast can be manipulated during procedure & also at a later time

Which two forces or processes propel food down the esophagus?

Why would a patient undergo Valsalva maneuver during an esophagogram?

Where is the bile formed?

Which of the following structures is not considered to be an accessory organ of digestion?

Which of the following procedures will not demonstrate possible esophageal reflux?

Which of the following clinical indications would mandate the use of an oral, water soluble contrast agent?

Where is the cholecystokinin produced?

Which of the following devices reduces scatter exposure during fluoroscopy form the fluroscopy tube?

In 80% of all individuals, the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct unite before entering the duodenum

What is the most common radiographic procedure performed to diagnose GERD?

CR centering for an esophagogram should be to the vetebral level of

The liver performs more than 100 different functions

Swallowed air can be used as negative contrast medium during an upper GI series.

The average adult gallbladder is ______ cm long and ____ cm wide.

upper GI series on infant reveal body & pylorus of stomach are superimposed. modification to repeat exposure two regions

Which of the following is not a main subdivision of the stomach?

What type of solution is formed when barium is mixed with water?

Which aspect of (GI) tract is primarily responsible for absorption of digestive end product w/ water, vitamin & mineral?

Which of the following structures is not one of the salivary glands?

pt come for upper GI series. clinical hx indicate tumor posterior to stomach. which projection/position demos condition

object stuck in esophagus. PA/lateral chest radiograph fail to demo foreign body. Which is effective to demo location?

Which of the following is not one of the cardinal principles of radiation protection?