500 Things to Know Before Writing the CAMRT

1. What does flexion/extension views of c-spine assess? - ANSWER a. Anteroposterior mobility (RAD CRITIQUE) b. Anteroposterior movement, motility (MERRILLS) What is the CR angle for an AP coccyx? - ANSWER a. 10 degrees caudad (MERRILLS) b. 10 degree caudal central ray angulation (RAD CRITIQUE) 3. What does ERCP stand for and why is it done? - ANSWER a. Diagnose biliary and pancreatic pathologic conditions (MERRILLS) b. Used to investigate gallbladder, common bile duct and pancreatic ducts as well as intervention (PATH & PROCEDURES YR 1) 4. SC 20 (p24) timer accuracy must be accurate to ______second or _____% of the setting which ever is greater. - ANSWER 1/60 and 7 % 5. Why is a ball catchers view done? - ANSWER a. Assist in detecting early radiologic changes needed to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis (MERRILLS)