RAD 112 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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. - Answers :true
How much is the body rotated from the lateral position to demonstrate the
zygapophyseal joints of the thoracic region? - Answers :15-20
The CR angulation for a lateral scapula is: - Answers :0
Which cervical vertebral structures are perforated with a foramen for the passage of the
vertebral artery and vein? - Answers :transverse processes
The main functions of the small bowel are:
1) digestion of food
2) absorption of food
3) storage of food - Answers :1 and 2
How many thoracic vertebrae have a small concave facet on the transverse process, for
articulation with the tubercle of a rib? - Answers :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 - Answers :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 -
Answers :1 and 3 only
Methods of performing a double-contrast barium enema include:
1) enteroclysis
2) single-stage procedure
3) two-stage procedure - Answers :2 and 3
The openings in the cervical vertebrae for the transmission of the vertebral artery and
vein are called the: - Answers :transverse foramen
, The PA projection of the stomach best demonstrates the: - Answers :stomach contour
and duodenal bulb
The AP oblique projection of the ribs with the patient in the LPO position best
demonstrates the posterior and axillary portions of the left ribs. - Answers :true
When radiographing the proximal humerus using the transthoracic (Lawrence) method,
the plane of the epicondyles should be _______ to the plane of the cassette. - Answers
:perpendicular
Where is the CR directed for the AP axial oblique projection of the cervical intervertebral
foramina? - Answers :fourth cervical vertebrae
How many vertebrae are there in the sacrum? - Answers :5
For an AP projection of the shoulder, the CR should be directed: - Answers
:perpendicular to the IR
The pyloric portion of the stomach, the notch located along the lesser curvature is the: -
Answers :incisura angularis
Which of the following is prominently shown "in profile" on an AP projection of the
shoulder with the humerus in internal rotation? - Answers :lesser tubercle
The zygapophyseal joints of the vertebral column are classified as: - Answers :synovial-
gliding
Which of the following are demonstrated in the oblique position of the cervical spine?
1) intervertebral foramina
2) apophyseal joints
3) intervertebral joints - Answers :1 only
The pars interarticularis is represented by what part of the "scotty dog" seen in a
correctly positioned oblique lumbar spine? - Answers :neck
If the patient can be positioned properly, the CR angle for the transthoracic lateral
projection of the shoulder is: - Answers :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 - Answers :2 and 3
The condition of the lumbar spine in which there is anterior displacement of one
vertebra over another is termed: - Answers :spondylolisthesis
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. - Answers :true
How much is the body rotated from the lateral position to demonstrate the
zygapophyseal joints of the thoracic region? - Answers :15-20
The CR angulation for a lateral scapula is: - Answers :0
Which cervical vertebral structures are perforated with a foramen for the passage of the
vertebral artery and vein? - Answers :transverse processes
The main functions of the small bowel are:
1) digestion of food
2) absorption of food
3) storage of food - Answers :1 and 2
How many thoracic vertebrae have a small concave facet on the transverse process, for
articulation with the tubercle of a rib? - Answers :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 - Answers :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 -
Answers :1 and 3 only
Methods of performing a double-contrast barium enema include:
1) enteroclysis
2) single-stage procedure
3) two-stage procedure - Answers :2 and 3
The openings in the cervical vertebrae for the transmission of the vertebral artery and
vein are called the: - Answers :transverse foramen
, The PA projection of the stomach best demonstrates the: - Answers :stomach contour
and duodenal bulb
The AP oblique projection of the ribs with the patient in the LPO position best
demonstrates the posterior and axillary portions of the left ribs. - Answers :true
When radiographing the proximal humerus using the transthoracic (Lawrence) method,
the plane of the epicondyles should be _______ to the plane of the cassette. - Answers
:perpendicular
Where is the CR directed for the AP axial oblique projection of the cervical intervertebral
foramina? - Answers :fourth cervical vertebrae
How many vertebrae are there in the sacrum? - Answers :5
For an AP projection of the shoulder, the CR should be directed: - Answers
:perpendicular to the IR
The pyloric portion of the stomach, the notch located along the lesser curvature is the: -
Answers :incisura angularis
Which of the following is prominently shown "in profile" on an AP projection of the
shoulder with the humerus in internal rotation? - Answers :lesser tubercle
The zygapophyseal joints of the vertebral column are classified as: - Answers :synovial-
gliding
Which of the following are demonstrated in the oblique position of the cervical spine?
1) intervertebral foramina
2) apophyseal joints
3) intervertebral joints - Answers :1 only
The pars interarticularis is represented by what part of the "scotty dog" seen in a
correctly positioned oblique lumbar spine? - Answers :neck
If the patient can be positioned properly, the CR angle for the transthoracic lateral
projection of the shoulder is: - Answers :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 - Answers :2 and 3
The condition of the lumbar spine in which there is anterior displacement of one
vertebra over another is termed: - Answers :spondylolisthesis
