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CCI RVS EXAM REVIEW 2024/2025 GRADED A
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS .
Lateral resolution is related to - (ANSWER)The spacing of reflectors perpendicular
to the beam
When using Doppler ultrasound, what is proportional to the amount of
absorption and determines the depth of penetration? - (ANSWER)Frequency of
the transmitted ultrasound
If the frequency of the transducer increases, the wavelength -
(ANSWER)Decreases
Clinical manifestations of portal hypertension include (3) - (ANSWER)-
splenomegaly
-encephalopathy
-Ascites
What symptoms suggest compromised circulation in the vertebrobasilar system?
(3) - (ANSWER)-drop attacks
-ataxia
-diplopia
Atherosclerosis and embolus are common causes of - (ANSWER)Ischemic stroke
, 2
A low pitched bruit heard low on the right neck, radiating up o the right carotid
and out over the supraclavicular fossa most likely represents a lesion in what
artery - (ANSWER)Brachiocephalic aka Innominate artery (ps only one
brachiocephalic artery and it's on the right side)
Post-thrombotic disease manifested by stasis dermititis, ulceration, secondary
varicose veins and varying degrees of lower extremity edema are usually due to -
(ANSWER)Valvular insufficiency
Optimal patient positioning for evaluation of DVT in the lower extremities Is -
(ANSWER)Reverse trendelenburgh (heart above legs)
When using PPG to examine for GSV incompetence, the pt should be -
(ANSWER)Sitting upright with a tourniquet applied just below the knee
A leg ulcer has an irregular edge, pink-red base, surrounding pigmentation and
associated mild pain is most likely due to - (ANSWER)Venous stasis
What are the results of the valsalva maneuver - (ANSWER)Decreased venous
return to the heart
Patients who present with rest pain sometimes complain of increased pain while
sleeping. This is a result of - (ANSWER)Lower cardiac output
CCI RVS EXAM REVIEW 2024/2025 GRADED A
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS .
Lateral resolution is related to - (ANSWER)The spacing of reflectors perpendicular
to the beam
When using Doppler ultrasound, what is proportional to the amount of
absorption and determines the depth of penetration? - (ANSWER)Frequency of
the transmitted ultrasound
If the frequency of the transducer increases, the wavelength -
(ANSWER)Decreases
Clinical manifestations of portal hypertension include (3) - (ANSWER)-
splenomegaly
-encephalopathy
-Ascites
What symptoms suggest compromised circulation in the vertebrobasilar system?
(3) - (ANSWER)-drop attacks
-ataxia
-diplopia
Atherosclerosis and embolus are common causes of - (ANSWER)Ischemic stroke
, 2
A low pitched bruit heard low on the right neck, radiating up o the right carotid
and out over the supraclavicular fossa most likely represents a lesion in what
artery - (ANSWER)Brachiocephalic aka Innominate artery (ps only one
brachiocephalic artery and it's on the right side)
Post-thrombotic disease manifested by stasis dermititis, ulceration, secondary
varicose veins and varying degrees of lower extremity edema are usually due to -
(ANSWER)Valvular insufficiency
Optimal patient positioning for evaluation of DVT in the lower extremities Is -
(ANSWER)Reverse trendelenburgh (heart above legs)
When using PPG to examine for GSV incompetence, the pt should be -
(ANSWER)Sitting upright with a tourniquet applied just below the knee
A leg ulcer has an irregular edge, pink-red base, surrounding pigmentation and
associated mild pain is most likely due to - (ANSWER)Venous stasis
What are the results of the valsalva maneuver - (ANSWER)Decreased venous
return to the heart
Patients who present with rest pain sometimes complain of increased pain while
sleeping. This is a result of - (ANSWER)Lower cardiac output
