Exam Title: Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic
Positioning and Procedures, 16th Edition –
Complete Practice Test Bank
Total Questions: 500
Question Format: Multiple Choice (single best answer) with correct answer and detailed
rationale. Questions are NCLEX-style, emphasizing clinical judgment and prioritization.
Content Alignment:
This practice exam is mapped to the 16th edition's three-volume set, ensuring
comprehensive coverage from foundational terminology to specialized imaging modalities.
The distribution reflects the core domains tested on the ARRT exam, with a primary focus
on Procedures and Safety. Questions are organized by body system and specialty area to
facilitate targeted remediation and mastery of radiographic positioning and procedures.
Core Domains and Approximate Question Distribution:
Volume One: Preliminary Steps & General Terminology (Chapters 1-2): 40 questions
Volume One: Thoracic Viscera & Abdomen (Chapters 3-4): 30 questions
Volume One: Upper Extremity & Shoulder Girdle (Chapters 5-6): 50 questions
Volume One: Lower Extremity, Pelvis & Hip (Chapters 7-8): 50 questions
Volume One: Vertebral Column & Bony Thorax (Chapters 9-10): 40 questions
Volume Two: Cranium & Trauma (Chapters 11-12): 40 questions
Volume Two: Contrast Arthrography & Myelography (Chapters 13-14): 30 questions
Volume Two: Digestive, Urinary, & Reproductive Systems (Chapters 15-17): 50 questions
, Volume Two: Mammography & Bone Densitometry (Chapters 18-19): 30 questions
Volume Three: Mobile, Surgical, & Pediatric Imaging (Chapters 20-22): 50 questions
Volume Three: Geriatric, Sectional Anatomy, & Advanced Modalities (Chapters 23-30): 90
questions
How to Use This Resource:
Take the exam in timed blocks (e.g., 50–75 questions per session) to simulate proctored
conditions. Review the rationale for every question, including the distractors, as incorrect
options often represent common clinical misconceptions. Focus remediation on content
areas where you score below 75–80%. This practice set is designed to reinforce the clinical
judgment, positioning accuracy, and safety skills required for safe radiographic practice.
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Table of Contents
1. Volume One: Preliminary Steps & General Terminology (Questions 1–40)
Preliminary Steps in Radiography
General Anatomy and Radiographic Positioning Terminology
2. Volume One: Thoracic Viscera & Abdomen (Questions 41–70)
Thoracic Viscera: Chest and Upper Airway
Abdomen
3. Volume One: Upper Extremity & Shoulder Girdle (Questions 71–120)
Upper Extremity
Shoulder Girdle
4. Volume One: Lower Extremity, Pelvis & Hip (Questions 121–170)
Lower Extremity
, Pelvis and Hip
5. Volume One: Vertebral Column & Bony Thorax (Questions 171–210)
Vertebral Column
Bony Thorax
6. Volume Two: Cranium & Trauma (Questions 211–250)
Cranium
Trauma Radiography
7. Volume Two: Contrast Arthrography & Myelography (Questions 251–280)
Contrast Arthrography
Myelography and Other Central Nervous System Imaging
8. Volume Two: Digestive, Urinary, & Reproductive Systems (Questions 281–330)
Digestive System: Salivary Glands, Alimentary Canal, and Biliary System
Urinary System and Venipuncture
Reproductive System
9. Volume Two: Mammography & Bone Densitometry (Questions 331–360)
Mammography
Bone Densitometry
10. Volume Three: Mobile, Surgical, & Pediatric Imaging (Questions 361–410)
Mobile Radiography
Surgical Radiography
Pediatric Imaging
11. Volume Three: Geriatric, Sectional Anatomy, & Advanced Modalities (Questions 411–
500)
Geriatric Radiography
Sectional Anatomy for Radiographers
Computed Tomography
, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Vascular, Cardiac, and Interventional Radiography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging
Radiation Oncology
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1. Volume One: Preliminary Steps & General Terminology (Questions 1–40)
1. The Radiography Practice Standards are written and maintained by which organization?
A. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
B. American Medical Association (AMA)
C. American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
D. Joint Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The ASRT is the professional organization responsible for authoring and
maintaining the Radiography Practice Standards, which guide professional conduct and
patient care delivery.
2. The Standards of Ethics for radiographers is written and maintained by which
organization?
A. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
B. American Medical Association (AMA)
C. American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
D. Joint Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Positioning and Procedures, 16th Edition –
Complete Practice Test Bank
Total Questions: 500
Question Format: Multiple Choice (single best answer) with correct answer and detailed
rationale. Questions are NCLEX-style, emphasizing clinical judgment and prioritization.
Content Alignment:
This practice exam is mapped to the 16th edition's three-volume set, ensuring
comprehensive coverage from foundational terminology to specialized imaging modalities.
The distribution reflects the core domains tested on the ARRT exam, with a primary focus
on Procedures and Safety. Questions are organized by body system and specialty area to
facilitate targeted remediation and mastery of radiographic positioning and procedures.
Core Domains and Approximate Question Distribution:
Volume One: Preliminary Steps & General Terminology (Chapters 1-2): 40 questions
Volume One: Thoracic Viscera & Abdomen (Chapters 3-4): 30 questions
Volume One: Upper Extremity & Shoulder Girdle (Chapters 5-6): 50 questions
Volume One: Lower Extremity, Pelvis & Hip (Chapters 7-8): 50 questions
Volume One: Vertebral Column & Bony Thorax (Chapters 9-10): 40 questions
Volume Two: Cranium & Trauma (Chapters 11-12): 40 questions
Volume Two: Contrast Arthrography & Myelography (Chapters 13-14): 30 questions
Volume Two: Digestive, Urinary, & Reproductive Systems (Chapters 15-17): 50 questions
, Volume Two: Mammography & Bone Densitometry (Chapters 18-19): 30 questions
Volume Three: Mobile, Surgical, & Pediatric Imaging (Chapters 20-22): 50 questions
Volume Three: Geriatric, Sectional Anatomy, & Advanced Modalities (Chapters 23-30): 90
questions
How to Use This Resource:
Take the exam in timed blocks (e.g., 50–75 questions per session) to simulate proctored
conditions. Review the rationale for every question, including the distractors, as incorrect
options often represent common clinical misconceptions. Focus remediation on content
areas where you score below 75–80%. This practice set is designed to reinforce the clinical
judgment, positioning accuracy, and safety skills required for safe radiographic practice.
---
Table of Contents
1. Volume One: Preliminary Steps & General Terminology (Questions 1–40)
Preliminary Steps in Radiography
General Anatomy and Radiographic Positioning Terminology
2. Volume One: Thoracic Viscera & Abdomen (Questions 41–70)
Thoracic Viscera: Chest and Upper Airway
Abdomen
3. Volume One: Upper Extremity & Shoulder Girdle (Questions 71–120)
Upper Extremity
Shoulder Girdle
4. Volume One: Lower Extremity, Pelvis & Hip (Questions 121–170)
Lower Extremity
, Pelvis and Hip
5. Volume One: Vertebral Column & Bony Thorax (Questions 171–210)
Vertebral Column
Bony Thorax
6. Volume Two: Cranium & Trauma (Questions 211–250)
Cranium
Trauma Radiography
7. Volume Two: Contrast Arthrography & Myelography (Questions 251–280)
Contrast Arthrography
Myelography and Other Central Nervous System Imaging
8. Volume Two: Digestive, Urinary, & Reproductive Systems (Questions 281–330)
Digestive System: Salivary Glands, Alimentary Canal, and Biliary System
Urinary System and Venipuncture
Reproductive System
9. Volume Two: Mammography & Bone Densitometry (Questions 331–360)
Mammography
Bone Densitometry
10. Volume Three: Mobile, Surgical, & Pediatric Imaging (Questions 361–410)
Mobile Radiography
Surgical Radiography
Pediatric Imaging
11. Volume Three: Geriatric, Sectional Anatomy, & Advanced Modalities (Questions 411–
500)
Geriatric Radiography
Sectional Anatomy for Radiographers
Computed Tomography
, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Vascular, Cardiac, and Interventional Radiography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging
Radiation Oncology
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1. Volume One: Preliminary Steps & General Terminology (Questions 1–40)
1. The Radiography Practice Standards are written and maintained by which organization?
A. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
B. American Medical Association (AMA)
C. American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
D. Joint Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The ASRT is the professional organization responsible for authoring and
maintaining the Radiography Practice Standards, which guide professional conduct and
patient care delivery.
2. The Standards of Ethics for radiographers is written and maintained by which
organization?
A. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
B. American Medical Association (AMA)
C. American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
D. Joint Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
