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Rad 101: FER Part 2
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1
The x-ray tube has a positive and negative side to its operation; the x-ray tube is considered to electrically be a
Tetrode
Diode
Invertor
Microprocessor
2
Another term for automatic collimation is
Coning
Electric shuttering
Electronic masking
Positive beam limitation
3
You notice a small ring-like object on a image because of its metallic density; this is the result of
Attenuation of the x-ray beam by the metallic density of the ring
Transmission of the x-ray beam through the soft metal of the ring
Diffusion weighted absorption
Preferential absorption
4
PT ask you to make sure you sheild her ovaries with lead, in this situation you would
Select the smallest lead apron and place it carefully over the mid-pelvis
Explain the sheilding standards have changed based on new research
Ask the department radiation saftey officer
Allow the PT to carefully place the shield over her lower abdomen
5
Body position illustrated is
Prone
Trendelenburg
Anteroposterior
Fowler
6
Letter C
Thymus Gland
Aortic arch
Heart
Lingula
7
Where should the top of the IR be positioned for an AP oblique projection of the lungs
1 1/2in above the relaxed shoulders
1 1/2 to 2in above the vertebral prominens or 2in above the jugular notch
1 1/2 to 2in above the vertebral prominens or 5in above the jugular notch
1 1/2in above the jugular notch
8
An effective measure of actual exposure compared to a target exposure value is the use of an
Deviation index
Exposure index
Half-value layer
S number
9
Which of the following occur during X-ray tube preparation or "boost"
The pre-selected milliamperage increases the cathode filament
The collimator light goes out to save energy
High voltage is applied across both diodes of the X-ray tube...
The anode comes up to rotational speed
The grid begins to oscillate
10
When the patient is properly postitioned for a PA projection of the chest, the central ray will enter the body
2in anterior to the spine
2in posterior to the spine
At the thoratic spine
Midway between the lateral surface of the elevated side and the spine
11
A meeting attendee states the chairperson uses excessive radiation,violating ALRA, making these statements is an act of:
Civil disobedience
Fraud
Defamation
Libel
12
The aspiration of foregin partical in the lung is termed
Aspiration pneumonia
Pneumonia
Viral Pneumonia
Bronchitis
13
Where does the trachea lie in relation to the esophagus
Posterior
To thr LT
Anterior
To the RT
14
The current standard of care for lead shielding of PT gonads is
Using CT images to determine precise placement of lead shields
Discontinuing this practice to avoid repeat images from incorrect shielding
Selectively use lead shielding on female on female PT who suspect pregnancy
Percise positioning of the the lead shield using ultrasound as a guide
15
During clinicals you can encounter students from other specialties, this type of learning is called
Advanced marketable skills learning
Transfer of learning
IPE
Cross-training education
16
A key concern for Imaging Science professionals when performing examinations on suspected COVID-19 PT is
communicationg effectively with these PTs as facial mask impede speaking
Completing the exam as quickly as possible to minimize risk
Sreening potentially-infected PT to avoid your own personal exposure
Becoming exposed/potentially exposing others including PT and colleagues
17
Letter D
Costophrenic angle of right lung
Apex of the right lung
Costophrenic angle of left lung
Apex of the left lung
18
Looking for employent in another state you are advised to check thats state's ____ requirments to ensure employability
Registry
Accreditation
Professional membership
Licensure
19
Where should the top of the IR be positioned for a PA oblique projection for the lungs
3.5 to 4in above the vertebral prominens
1.5 to 2in obove the relaxed shoulders
2in above the clavicles
1.5 to 2in above the vertebral prominens
20
The number of electrons that flow from cathode to anode in the x-ray
kVp
Milliamperage(mA)
mAs
Exposure index
21
Fluoroscopy of a factured hip repair done in the surgical theater is typically accomplished with a
Portable C- arm
Mini C- arm
Portable radipgraphic unit
Mobile radiographic unit
22
Which of the following lies in the anterior neck
Parathyroid gland
Thymus gland
Thyroid gland
All of the above
23
Proper collimation for a lateral projection of the chest is
14in lengthwise and no less than 17in crosswise
17in lengthwise & 1in beyond the lateral shadows
17in lengthwise & 1in beyond the anterior and posterior shadows
17in lengthwise and no less than 14in crosswise
24
Which of the following would make up the professional ethics of the radiologic and imaging sciences
Collective bargining rules of behavior
State licensing board for x-ray machine operators
State medical society
ARRT code of ethics
Radiography department social events
25
How far above the top of the shoulders should the IR be positioned for any decubitus position of the chest
2 1/2 to 3 in above the shoulders
1 1/2 to 2 in above the shoulders
At the level of the shoulders
3 1/2 to 4 in above the shoulders
26
Letter B
Thoratic
Axial
Appendicular
Adominal
27
Which of the following is the best single choice that illutrates desirable goodwill efforts enhancing public image
Lowering the room lights to disguise the size of equipment in the room
Wearing the department attire consistent w the dress code; upbeat attitude
Referencing your notes table during a medical procedure to avoid mistakes
Greeting PT and telling them jokes to raise their spirits
28
Abnormal growth on the left side of the brain may cause loss of sensation in the arm ipsilateral, that is the ____ arm
Left
Neither
Right
Both
29
Portable digital DR detectors are very popular for portable imaging, its important to remember that
All of these
Communication connections must exist between the detector and X-ray gen
They must have a small electrical charge applied to the TFT layer
Wirelss detectors use batteries for charging
30
Good strategy for studying involves
Eating a heavy "high-carb" meant the night before the examination
Adding hours of overtime at work to lessen the financial stress
Consistently allocating specific times of the day for studying and exercise
Pulling an all nighter before the examination
31
The space beween the two pleural walls is called the
Lingula
Mediastinum
Parenchyma
Pleural cavity
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Letter D
Transverse
Comminuted
Impacted
Greenstick
33
All of the following choices would generally require critical analysis thinking
except
Working in the emergency department witha trauma PT
Selecting surgical attire for a demanding case in surgery
Working in a surgery with a new surgeon and using a portable C-arm
Performing a ICU portable chest exam on an elderly PT
34
A given dose of radiation generally has the greatest potential for damage in tissues that have
More rapidly dividing cells
Cells with a high degree of differentiation, such as neurons
The largest cell
Thinner cell membrane and cytoplasm
35
What is the respiration phase for AP or lateral projections performed in the decubitus position
Full inspiration
Suspended respiration
Full expiration
Slow, shallow breathing
36
Letter C
Saddle
Ellipsoid
Piviot
Hinge
37
Body plane indicated by the arrow
Oblique
Coronal
Sagittal
Horizontal
38
Which of the following is a recommended SID for a supine AP chest projection
40in
48in
72in
120in
39
All of the following would be a characteristics of a PTs health record
except
it
May be maintained on paper or electronic media (or both)
Single record on a single PT only
Promotes communication among providers and continuity of care
Automatically recorded and copied to the federal government
40
What is the optimal respiration for a PA or lateral chest radiograph
First breath, full expiration
Second breath, full inspiration
Second breath, full expiration
First breath, full inspiration
41
How many ribs should be visible above the diaphragm on a PA chest radiograph
10
9
11
12
42
The law of Bergonie and Tribondeau states that cells are more radiosensitive if they are
Non-nucleated
Larger in size
Primitive and undifferentiated
Highly mitotic
Mature cells
43
A key function performed by a PT health information record is to
Ensures the PT is treated fairly and discharged in a timely fashion
Communicates to the PT physician all care rendered by all persons
Document the PT chief complaint to ensure it was treated
Ensure all PT request were met during the stay as a measure of quality
44
Why is the upright left lateral position the most commonly used for lateral radiographs of the chest
PT heart is closer to the IR
Less chance of body rotation
There is a greater magnification of the heart
Easier to visualize interlobar fissures
45
Which of the following best defines fidelity
Group personal values should be discussed and used as a guide
Seniority with your employer should be considered
Your professional certification needs to be included in the analysis
Producing an image with no artifacts that accurately represent the PT
46
The right lung is about how much shorter than the left
1 in
2 cm
2 in
1 cm
47
The optimal SID of 72in is unattainable and is necessary you shorten the SID to 60in, a radiographer should
Indicate the shorter SID on the examination notes to the radiologist
Prop the PT up to increase the distance 6in from the IR
Angle the tube cephalad to compensate for the short SID
Use a shorter exposure time to improve resolution
48
The transfer of knowledge gained in the laboratory or classroom setting is best demonstrated
On volunteer PTs in a skills lab
By composing an essay that summerizes what you have learned
In an actual clinical setting on PTs
Through computer simulations
49
Letter A
Apex
Hilum
Base
Oblique fissure
50
Which of the following serves as a passage for both food and air
Bronchus
Trachea
Larynx
Pharynx
51
The PT in this figure is in which position
Left lateral decub
Right lateral decub
Left dorsal decub
Right dorsal decube
52
Radiology rec'd new equipment but it doesnt function properly,the diretor insist you use it; who takes corrective action
Hospital and director
Radiation physicist
Biomedical engineering personnel
Manufacture of equipment
53
Which of the following exposure techniques is required to penetrate all of the thoratic anatomy
Long exposure time
Low kVp
Short exposure time
High kVp
54
In a healthcare Master Patient Index
Demographic data about the PT is not entered
Data entered is used to create a data base for the FDA
Each PT experience and event within the healthcare entity is entered as VLD
PT contact information is entered to include all family members
55
Identify the X-ray projection illustrated in this figure
Parietoorbital
Tangential
PA axial oblique
Orbitoparietal
56
Letter B
Suture
Symphysis
Synchondrosis
Syndesmosis
57
Letter G
Medullary cavity
Compact bone
Endosteum
Periosteum
58
All of the physicians practicing medicine within the hospital comprise the hospital's
Medical staff
Medical review board
Regulatory concil
Continuous quality improvement (CQI) concil
59
Clear working of an observable behaviors demonstrated by a student and can be measured, are referred to as
Competencies
Assessments
Objectives
Learning outcomes
60
Letter H
Apex
Base
Hilum
Middle lobe
61
The respiratory system proper consist of the
Trachea and bronchi
All the above
Larynx
Both lungs
62
Oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchangedby diffusion within the
Terminal bronchioles
Alveoli
Alveolar duct
Bronchioles
63
You notice that the elastic part of a sock is on your image; submitting this image for interpretation would
Be acceptable as long as the explaination is provided to the radiologist
Be of no consequece to the interpretation
Increase the diagnostic yield of information
Distract from the diagostic efficacy bc its not apart of the PT anatomy
64
Three phases in the
clinical setting are
planned by clinical faulty, these three phases in correct order are
Discovery, analysis, and repetion
Observation, assistance and performance
Assistance, performance, and cognition
Classroom, laboratory and clinical
65
Most common body habitus
Sthenic
Hyposthenic
Hypersthenic
Asthenic
66
Responsible for the development and publication of education guidelines, outlining entry-level knowledge/skills
ACR
ASRT
ARRT
JCERT
67
Letter H
Epigottis
Hard Plate
Uvula
Soft Plate
68
Projection is directed toward the outer margin of a curved part to demonstrate the structure in profile or free super...
Tangential
Axial
Lateral
AP/PA
69
X-ray film imaging has been replaced by
Direct and indirect digital detector technology
Computed radiography (CR)
All of these
Digital radiography (DR) systems
70
Which of the following would be considered an unethical practice for radiologic and imaging science professionals
Observing an interesting case in the interventional lab
Criricizing a doctor or team member in private or public forum
Repeating a radiograph because of incorrect technique selection
Reporting unethical practices of a coworker
71
Letter B
Horizontal
Sagittal
Coronal
Oblique
72
Letter B
Abduction
Proximal
Distal
Adduction
73
A general radiographic imaging system consist of which essential components
X-ray tube and support assembly
Control console and generator
Anatomical side markers for laterality
Table side grip handles
Collimator assembly
X-ray table and upright cassette holder
74
Continuting competency is demonstrated by achieving proof on CE through a process referred to as
CQI
CLM
QM
CQR
75
There are several medical imaging modalities. Each specialty has its own ______ for information
Diagnostic efficacy
Interpretation cycle
Diagnostic yield
Image fidelity
76
Image brightness as seen on a viewing monitor is
Not related to exposure and a feature of the monitor adjustments
An indication of underexposure and quantum mottle
The result of overexposure to the receptor
A function of the sensitivity of the image receptor
77
Federal agency that regulates the use of ionizing radiation including medical and nuclear application is the
TJC
OSHA
NRC
Radiation committee
78
Letter A
Flat
Sesamoid
Long
Short
79
For an AP projection of the larynx and superior mediastinum, the CR should be perpendicular to the
Laryngeal prominence
Thryoid cartilage
Xiphoid process
Manubrium
80
A radiography program's effectiveness is measured through a variety of benchmarks; one of these deals specifically with
Feedback form the radiologist as to student compentency
Student attendence and punctuality
Clinical evaluations of student performance by clinical staff
Learning outcomes
81
Letter C
Sthenic
Asthenic
Hypersthenic
Hyposthenic
82
Letter E
Flat
Sesamoid
Short
Long bone
83
Letter D
Oblique
Greenstick
Transverse
Commuited
84
Sub-optimal mAs exposures in CR and DR imaging technology will yield that is
Dark on the display monitor in the terms of brightness
Magnified
Minified
Grainy and demonstrates quantum mottle
85
The function of the X-ray beam filter in diagnostic radiology is to
Decrease the inherent filtration in the X-ray tube
Decrease the x-radiation dose to the PT skin and superfical tissue
Permit only beta particals to interact with the atoms of the PT body
Decrease the adverage energy of the beam to improve image quality
86
For various procedures you occasionally angle the X-ray tube central ray; use of tube angles are referred to as
Magnification
Shape distortion
Size distortion
Size minification
87
Which of the following is
false
regarding informed consent
Must be competent to sign
Physician on the consent form is the only one who can perform the procedure
Any condition stated on the consent form must be met
Medical terms specific to the procedure should be used
88
SBAR is an effective strategy that deals with the completeness and continuity of PT care during
PT emergencies in surgery
Physicians request for medical information and HIPPA compliance
PT handoffs between caregivers
PT admission
89
Letter A
Supnate
Pronate
Inversion
Eversion
90
Letter B
Open/compound
Simple
Greenstick
Transverse
91
The radiation a person receives from the sun(cosmic radiation) is categorized as
Natrual background radiation
Medical background radiation
Deterministic radiation
Radioactivity
92
Touching a Pt on the symphysis pubis for a frontal thoratic spine projection
Would be viewed by courts as reasonable and prudent
Could be viewed as battery
Assult
In standard and does not warrant patient permisson
93
Letter A
Appendicular
Pelvic
Axial
Thoratic
94
Any change in the radiographic image apperance be the result of
Radiation output of the x-ray machine
Computer processing to enhance image contrast
Rang of variations from an established deviation index
PTs medical condition as reflected in the image characteristics
95
Feature on x-ray generators that reduce repeat exposures caused by inaccurate expouse technique selection by a Tech is
APR
PEL
PPR
AEC
96
Letter K
Orophyarnx
Nasophyarnx
Trachea
Esophagus
97
A colleague accidentally exposed the wrong part, he is unaware; this action is considered:
Insignificant, no visible harm was done
Medical event that would be billed as a seprate procedure
Medical error
Ture diagnostic accident not worthy of documentation
98
Increasing exposure kVp by 15% to maintain the same detector signal value requires
Increase of mAs by 15%
Decrease of 15% from the original mAs value
A reduction in SID of 50%
A 50% reduction in mAs
99
The loss of radiographic image resolution is often referred to as unsharpness, all of the following contribute
except
Size and shape of the exposure field(collimation)
Image geometry factors such as SID, OID, and focal spot size
Shape and size of PT anatomy
Pixel size of the image receptor and display monitor
100
Body plane indicated by the arrow
Sagittal
Midsagittal
Coronal
Midcoronal