RAD 112 Final exam 2024 LATEST
UPDATE!!
To help in determining that the sternum is positioned true lateral, the broad surface across the width of
the sternum should be perpendicular to the plane of the cassette for the lateral projection of the
sternum. - ANSWER true
How much is the body rotated from the lateral position to demonstrate the zygapophyseal joints of the
thoracic region? - ANSWER 15-20
The CR angulation for a lateral scapula is: - ANSWER 0
Which cervical vertebral structures are perforated with a foramen for the passage of the vertebral artery
and vein? - ANSWER transverse processes
The main functions of the small bowel are:
1) digestion of food
2) absorption of food
3) storage of food - ANSWER 1 and 2
How many thoracic vertebrae have a small concave facet on the transverse process, for articulation with
the tubercle of a rib? - ANSWER 10
Which of the following devices are needed to optimally perform a lateral projection of the sacrum or
coccyx?
1) sandbags
2) radiolucent sponges
3) sheet of leaded rubber - ANSWER all 3
, What should you do if you discover while taking the patient history that a patient scheduled for an
intravenous urogram (IVU) takes glucophage (metformin hydrochloride) daily?
1) Proceed with the examination
2) reschedule the examination until the patient has been off glucophage for 48 hours
3) Instruct the patient to withhold the Glucophage for 48 hours after the examination - ANSWER 1 and 3
only
Which of the following are demonstrated in the oblique position of the cervical spine?
1) intervertebral foramina
2) apophyseal joints
3) intervertebral joints - ANSWER 1 only
The pars interarticularis is represented by what part of the "scotty dog" seen in a correctly positioned
oblique lumbar spine? - ANSWER neck
If the patient can be positioned properly, the CR angle for the transthoracic lateral projection of the
shoulder is: - ANSWER 0
Which of the following therapies would be applied if contrast medium infiltrates the surrounding
tissues?
1) application of pressure immediately
2) application of ice if less than 30 minutes
3) application of a warm compress if more than 30 minutes - ANSWER 2 and 3
The condition of the lumbar spine in which there is anterior displacement of one vertebra over another
is termed: - ANSWER spondylolisthesis
Which of the following positions will best demonstrate the left axillary portion of the ribs? - ANSWER
LPO
What is the essential projection used for a cystourethrogram on a male patient? - ANSWER AP oblique
UPDATE!!
To help in determining that the sternum is positioned true lateral, the broad surface across the width of
the sternum should be perpendicular to the plane of the cassette for the lateral projection of the
sternum. - ANSWER true
How much is the body rotated from the lateral position to demonstrate the zygapophyseal joints of the
thoracic region? - ANSWER 15-20
The CR angulation for a lateral scapula is: - ANSWER 0
Which cervical vertebral structures are perforated with a foramen for the passage of the vertebral artery
and vein? - ANSWER transverse processes
The main functions of the small bowel are:
1) digestion of food
2) absorption of food
3) storage of food - ANSWER 1 and 2
How many thoracic vertebrae have a small concave facet on the transverse process, for articulation with
the tubercle of a rib? - ANSWER 10
Which of the following devices are needed to optimally perform a lateral projection of the sacrum or
coccyx?
1) sandbags
2) radiolucent sponges
3) sheet of leaded rubber - ANSWER all 3
, What should you do if you discover while taking the patient history that a patient scheduled for an
intravenous urogram (IVU) takes glucophage (metformin hydrochloride) daily?
1) Proceed with the examination
2) reschedule the examination until the patient has been off glucophage for 48 hours
3) Instruct the patient to withhold the Glucophage for 48 hours after the examination - ANSWER 1 and 3
only
Which of the following are demonstrated in the oblique position of the cervical spine?
1) intervertebral foramina
2) apophyseal joints
3) intervertebral joints - ANSWER 1 only
The pars interarticularis is represented by what part of the "scotty dog" seen in a correctly positioned
oblique lumbar spine? - ANSWER neck
If the patient can be positioned properly, the CR angle for the transthoracic lateral projection of the
shoulder is: - ANSWER 0
Which of the following therapies would be applied if contrast medium infiltrates the surrounding
tissues?
1) application of pressure immediately
2) application of ice if less than 30 minutes
3) application of a warm compress if more than 30 minutes - ANSWER 2 and 3
The condition of the lumbar spine in which there is anterior displacement of one vertebra over another
is termed: - ANSWER spondylolisthesis
Which of the following positions will best demonstrate the left axillary portion of the ribs? - ANSWER
LPO
What is the essential projection used for a cystourethrogram on a male patient? - ANSWER AP oblique
