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RTBC PROCEDURES EXAM STUDY QUESTIONS
WITH ANSWERS 2025
Which of the following projections of the elbow best demonstrates the radial head?
A. AP
B. Lateral
C. external (lateral) oblique
D. Internal (medial) oblique - Correct Ans-C
The ileocecal valve is primarily located within which quadrant of the abdomen? - Correct
Ans-RLQ
Which of the following describes epithelial tissue?
A. Tissue that surrounds and cushions the kidneys
B. Tissue that aids in the formation of cartilaginous structures
C. Tissue that supports and binds various structures
D. Tissue that lines internal organs and covers the external surfaces of the body - Correct
Ans-D
Which of the following conditions would appear on a radiograph as multiple distended
loops of small and large bowel? - Correct Ans-a. Ileus
b. Ascites
c. Pneumoperitoneum
d. Rectal perforation a. Ileus
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b. Ascites
c. Pneumoperitoneum
d. Rectal perforation
For a right anterior oblique (RAO) esophogram, the patient is rotated:
a. 10-15 degrees from prone
b. 20-30 degrees from prone
c. 35-40 degrees from prone
d. 45 degrees from prone - Correct Ans-C
What type of joint is the first sternocostal joint?
A. Synovial gliding
B. Synovial condyloid
C. Slightly movable
D. Immovable - Correct Ans-D
The patient on anthill projection of the sinuses (modified Waters), in which the central
ray passes through the patient's open mouth, best demonstrates which paranasal sinus?
A. Frontal
B. Sphenoid
C. Maxillary
D. Ethmoid - Correct Ans-B
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Which bones make up the obturator foramen? (Select two)
a. Ilium
b. Ischium
c. Pubis
d. Femur
e. Sacrum - Correct Ans-B and C
Which of the following bones would have a dipole?
A. Femur
B. Clavicle
C. Sacrum
D. Parietal bone - Correct Ans-D (Dipole is a narrow space found between two layers of
compact bone. Dipoles are found in flat bones such as the calvaria, scapulae, and
parietal)
The formation of urine begins in the:
A. Glomerulus
B. Loop of Henle
C. Minor calyces
D. Proximal convoluted tubule - Correct Ans-A
The extreme body habits that is characterized by a very long and narrow thoracic cavity,
low midline stomach, and a low gallbladder is the: - Correct Ans-Asthenic
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After the injection of contrast for an intravenous urogram, it is noticed that the patient is
suffering from hydronephrosis. To ensure adequate filling of the ureters with contrast
medium, which of the following positions might be added to the examination?
A. Prone
B. RPO
C. LPO
D. Supine - Correct Ans-A
(prone- because the ureters curve anteriorly in the abdomen)
Which two of the following statements regarding myelography are correct? (Select two)
a. The spinal puncture may be performed with the patient in the prone or flexed lateral
position
b. The contrast medium distribution is regulated by the physician through adjusting the
table angulation
c. The contrast agent is injected intravenously
d. An oily contrast media is commonly used and must be aspirated before the exam is
ended - Correct Ans-A and B
In the thorax, the esophagus lies:
a. Posterior to the trachea and anterior to the thoracic vertebrae
b. Posterior to the trachea and anterior to the heart
c. Anterior to the thoracic vertebrae and posterior to the aorta
d. Anterior to the trachea and posterior to the heart - Correct Ans-A
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RTBC PROCEDURES EXAM STUDY QUESTIONS
WITH ANSWERS 2025
Which of the following projections of the elbow best demonstrates the radial head?
A. AP
B. Lateral
C. external (lateral) oblique
D. Internal (medial) oblique - Correct Ans-C
The ileocecal valve is primarily located within which quadrant of the abdomen? - Correct
Ans-RLQ
Which of the following describes epithelial tissue?
A. Tissue that surrounds and cushions the kidneys
B. Tissue that aids in the formation of cartilaginous structures
C. Tissue that supports and binds various structures
D. Tissue that lines internal organs and covers the external surfaces of the body - Correct
Ans-D
Which of the following conditions would appear on a radiograph as multiple distended
loops of small and large bowel? - Correct Ans-a. Ileus
b. Ascites
c. Pneumoperitoneum
d. Rectal perforation a. Ileus
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b. Ascites
c. Pneumoperitoneum
d. Rectal perforation
For a right anterior oblique (RAO) esophogram, the patient is rotated:
a. 10-15 degrees from prone
b. 20-30 degrees from prone
c. 35-40 degrees from prone
d. 45 degrees from prone - Correct Ans-C
What type of joint is the first sternocostal joint?
A. Synovial gliding
B. Synovial condyloid
C. Slightly movable
D. Immovable - Correct Ans-D
The patient on anthill projection of the sinuses (modified Waters), in which the central
ray passes through the patient's open mouth, best demonstrates which paranasal sinus?
A. Frontal
B. Sphenoid
C. Maxillary
D. Ethmoid - Correct Ans-B
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Which bones make up the obturator foramen? (Select two)
a. Ilium
b. Ischium
c. Pubis
d. Femur
e. Sacrum - Correct Ans-B and C
Which of the following bones would have a dipole?
A. Femur
B. Clavicle
C. Sacrum
D. Parietal bone - Correct Ans-D (Dipole is a narrow space found between two layers of
compact bone. Dipoles are found in flat bones such as the calvaria, scapulae, and
parietal)
The formation of urine begins in the:
A. Glomerulus
B. Loop of Henle
C. Minor calyces
D. Proximal convoluted tubule - Correct Ans-A
The extreme body habits that is characterized by a very long and narrow thoracic cavity,
low midline stomach, and a low gallbladder is the: - Correct Ans-Asthenic
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After the injection of contrast for an intravenous urogram, it is noticed that the patient is
suffering from hydronephrosis. To ensure adequate filling of the ureters with contrast
medium, which of the following positions might be added to the examination?
A. Prone
B. RPO
C. LPO
D. Supine - Correct Ans-A
(prone- because the ureters curve anteriorly in the abdomen)
Which two of the following statements regarding myelography are correct? (Select two)
a. The spinal puncture may be performed with the patient in the prone or flexed lateral
position
b. The contrast medium distribution is regulated by the physician through adjusting the
table angulation
c. The contrast agent is injected intravenously
d. An oily contrast media is commonly used and must be aspirated before the exam is
ended - Correct Ans-A and B
In the thorax, the esophagus lies:
a. Posterior to the trachea and anterior to the thoracic vertebrae
b. Posterior to the trachea and anterior to the heart
c. Anterior to the thoracic vertebrae and posterior to the aorta
d. Anterior to the trachea and posterior to the heart - Correct Ans-A
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