Rad 1125 Midterm Exam 2025 Questions
and Answers
Who is a radiographer? - ANSWER-A radiographer is a radiologic technologist
who administers ionizing radiation to perform radiographic procedures
Explain ALARA - ANSWER-ALARA stands for "as low as reasonably achievable"
and is the fundamental radiation protection protocol for radiographers.
ARRT - ANSWER-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
ASRT - ANSWER-American Society of Radiologic Technologists
What do the ASRT and ARRT do for the radiologic technology profession -
ANSWER-The ASRT wrote and maintains the Radiography Practice Standards.
They define the practice of radiography, describe necessary education and
certification, and include the Radiographer Scope of Practice. In addition, the
practice standards include Clinical Performance Standards, Quality Performance
Standards, and Professional Performance Standards.
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) created and maintains
the Standards of Ethics that apply to all radiologic technologists who are certified
by the organization.
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,How often should the radiographic table be cleaned? - ANSWER-The
radiographic table should be cleaned after each patient.
How do members of the radiologic technology profession help to control
pathogen contamination? - ANSWER-By following Standard Precautions and
Transmission-based precautions
What is the easiest and most convenient method to prevent the spread of
microorganisms? - ANSWER-Washing the hands
When using a free IR to perform an examination on an isolation patient, the IR
should be placed _________ the sheet - ANSWER-Under
What protective apparel should radiographers wear if the possibility of touching
blood exists? - ANSWER-Disposable gloves
What procedure should be followed to dispose of used hypodermic needles
properly? - ANSWER-Place them in a puncture-proof container
List procedures that require aseptic technique when performed in the radiology
department. - ANSWER-Cystography, intravenous urography, spinal puncture,
arthrography, angiography
True or false. When performing an examination in the operating room (OR),
position the C-arm next to the operating table on the same side as the surgeon -
ANSWER-False, to the side opposite of surgeon
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,Before beginning a radiographic examination, what should the radiographer do to
gain the cooperation of a coherent patient? - ANSWER-Give an explanation of the
procedure to be performed.
What is the minimum number of personnel that should be used to transfer a
helpless patient from a gurney to the radiographic table? - ANSWER-Four
When the radiologist is unable to see the patient, who is responsible for ensuring
that an adequate clinical history accompanies the radiographs? - ANSWER-
Radiographer
What is the role of the radiographer in interpretation of radiographic images? How
should requests for interpretations be handled? - ANSWER-Interpretation of
images is outside of the scope of practice for radiographers. Requests for
interpretations must be referred to a qualified physician, such as a radiologist.
List the three ways a patient's colon may be cleansed for an abdominal
examination. - ANSWER-Limited diet, laxatives, and enemas
True or false. If washable gowns are used, they should be starched; starch is
radiolucent, which means it can be penetrated easily by x-rays. - ANSWER-False,
starch is radiopaque
Why is it necessary to ensure that any folds in cloth gowns are straightened out
before making the radiographic exposure? - ANSWER-To prevent confusing
shadows (artifacts)
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, What devices must be removed from the patient within the area of interest when
the skull is examined? - ANSWER-Dentures, removable bridgework, earrings,
necklaces, hairpins, and eyeglasses
Identify the three types of muscular tissue and state the type of motion (voluntary
or involuntary) associated with each. - ANSWER-Smooth, involuntary (peristalsis);
cardiac, involuntary (systole); and striated, voluntary
The rhythmic motion of smooth muscle structures is called
_________________________. - ANSWER-Peristalsis
What exposure factor is used to control involuntary motion? - ANSWER-
Exposure time
What body system controls the movement of voluntary muscles? - ANSWER-
Central nervous system
From the following list, circle the four ways voluntary motion can be controlled by
a radiographer.
a. Increase mAs
b. Decrease mAs
c. Apply immobilization
d. Give clear instructions
e. Adjust support devices
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and Answers
Who is a radiographer? - ANSWER-A radiographer is a radiologic technologist
who administers ionizing radiation to perform radiographic procedures
Explain ALARA - ANSWER-ALARA stands for "as low as reasonably achievable"
and is the fundamental radiation protection protocol for radiographers.
ARRT - ANSWER-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
ASRT - ANSWER-American Society of Radiologic Technologists
What do the ASRT and ARRT do for the radiologic technology profession -
ANSWER-The ASRT wrote and maintains the Radiography Practice Standards.
They define the practice of radiography, describe necessary education and
certification, and include the Radiographer Scope of Practice. In addition, the
practice standards include Clinical Performance Standards, Quality Performance
Standards, and Professional Performance Standards.
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) created and maintains
the Standards of Ethics that apply to all radiologic technologists who are certified
by the organization.
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,How often should the radiographic table be cleaned? - ANSWER-The
radiographic table should be cleaned after each patient.
How do members of the radiologic technology profession help to control
pathogen contamination? - ANSWER-By following Standard Precautions and
Transmission-based precautions
What is the easiest and most convenient method to prevent the spread of
microorganisms? - ANSWER-Washing the hands
When using a free IR to perform an examination on an isolation patient, the IR
should be placed _________ the sheet - ANSWER-Under
What protective apparel should radiographers wear if the possibility of touching
blood exists? - ANSWER-Disposable gloves
What procedure should be followed to dispose of used hypodermic needles
properly? - ANSWER-Place them in a puncture-proof container
List procedures that require aseptic technique when performed in the radiology
department. - ANSWER-Cystography, intravenous urography, spinal puncture,
arthrography, angiography
True or false. When performing an examination in the operating room (OR),
position the C-arm next to the operating table on the same side as the surgeon -
ANSWER-False, to the side opposite of surgeon
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,Before beginning a radiographic examination, what should the radiographer do to
gain the cooperation of a coherent patient? - ANSWER-Give an explanation of the
procedure to be performed.
What is the minimum number of personnel that should be used to transfer a
helpless patient from a gurney to the radiographic table? - ANSWER-Four
When the radiologist is unable to see the patient, who is responsible for ensuring
that an adequate clinical history accompanies the radiographs? - ANSWER-
Radiographer
What is the role of the radiographer in interpretation of radiographic images? How
should requests for interpretations be handled? - ANSWER-Interpretation of
images is outside of the scope of practice for radiographers. Requests for
interpretations must be referred to a qualified physician, such as a radiologist.
List the three ways a patient's colon may be cleansed for an abdominal
examination. - ANSWER-Limited diet, laxatives, and enemas
True or false. If washable gowns are used, they should be starched; starch is
radiolucent, which means it can be penetrated easily by x-rays. - ANSWER-False,
starch is radiopaque
Why is it necessary to ensure that any folds in cloth gowns are straightened out
before making the radiographic exposure? - ANSWER-To prevent confusing
shadows (artifacts)
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, What devices must be removed from the patient within the area of interest when
the skull is examined? - ANSWER-Dentures, removable bridgework, earrings,
necklaces, hairpins, and eyeglasses
Identify the three types of muscular tissue and state the type of motion (voluntary
or involuntary) associated with each. - ANSWER-Smooth, involuntary (peristalsis);
cardiac, involuntary (systole); and striated, voluntary
The rhythmic motion of smooth muscle structures is called
_________________________. - ANSWER-Peristalsis
What exposure factor is used to control involuntary motion? - ANSWER-
Exposure time
What body system controls the movement of voluntary muscles? - ANSWER-
Central nervous system
From the following list, circle the four ways voluntary motion can be controlled by
a radiographer.
a. Increase mAs
b. Decrease mAs
c. Apply immobilization
d. Give clear instructions
e. Adjust support devices
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