Computed Tomography Exam Prep Material
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Candidate who wish to obtain a certification in computed tomography must hold
a registration in which of the following supporting categories? - CORRECT ANSWER-
*Any one of the above*
-Radiology
-Nuclear Medicine Technology
-Radiation Therapy
Minimum of how many hours of structured education credits required in topics
that reflect the CT certification examination content? - CORRECT ANSWER-16
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) post-primary
examination in CT was first offer in March ___________. - CORRECT ANSWER-1995
Proper documentation of which of the following can greatly assist the interpreting
physician in the diagnostic process of a patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-Patient's
recent procedures, surgeries, and symptoms
,Possible trauma in patient
Specific areas of pain or discomfort in patient
Communication is the key to any successful patient interaction. - CORRECT
ANSWER-True
Which of the following high-density or metallic items should be removed from a
patient when necessary and appropriate during CT scanning? - CORRECT ANSWER-
*all the above*
jewelry
hair fasteners
electronic devices
A _________ must sign the information consent form for a minor. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Parent or legal guardian
Which of the following can cause substantial image degradation during CT
examination? - CORRECT ANSWER-patient motion.
Which of the follow are considered as vital signs? - CORRECT ANSWER-*all*
temperature
pulse&blood pressure
respirations
,Systolic blood pressure indicates the pressure within arteries during cardiac
contraction and should be less than ________ mm Hg. - CORRECT ANSWER-120
A _______ is an electronic device used to measure pules and respiratory status. -
CORRECT ANSWER-pulse oximeter
Which of the following is a graphic representation of the electrical activity of the
heart? - CORRECT ANSWER-an electrocardiogram (ECG)
The cardiac cycle can be divided into which of the following distinct stages? -
CORRECT ANSWER-atrial systole
___________ refers to an insufficient oxygenation of tissue at the cellular level. -
CORRECT ANSWER-hypoxia
Oxygen is considered a drug, and it is typically administered under the order of a
physician. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
A _____ can be used to drain fluid from the intrapleural space of the ill or injured
patient. - CORRECT ANSWER-Thoracostomy tube (chest tube)
CT technologists MUST take care to ensure that the urine drainage bag be kept
below the patients bladder at all times to prevent the ______ of urine when
, imaging a patient with an in-dwelling catheter. - CORRECT ANSWER-back-flow
(reflux)
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine level are lab values used to indicate
__________. - CORRECT ANSWER-renal function
__________ medications may be prescribed to reduce patient anxiety during a CT
examination. - CORRECT ANSWER-Anxiolytic
Which of the following radiopaque contrast media (RCM) is typically used for CT
examination? - CORRECT ANSWER-Iodine & Barium
Which of the following can be used as negative contrast agents during CT
examinations? - CORRECT ANSWER-Air, Gasses, water
Which of the following are contraindication to IV iodinated contrast agents? -
CORRECT ANSWER-allergy to iodine, history of allergic reaction, renal insufficiency
or failure.
Intravascular RCM are generally administered in doses ranging from _______ml. -
CORRECT ANSWER-50-150
________ is defined as reduction of intensity of a radiation beam as it passed
through a substance. - CORRECT ANSWER-attenuation
Newest 2025/2026 Complete Questions And
Correct Answers (Verified Answers)|Brand New
Version!
Candidate who wish to obtain a certification in computed tomography must hold
a registration in which of the following supporting categories? - CORRECT ANSWER-
*Any one of the above*
-Radiology
-Nuclear Medicine Technology
-Radiation Therapy
Minimum of how many hours of structured education credits required in topics
that reflect the CT certification examination content? - CORRECT ANSWER-16
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) post-primary
examination in CT was first offer in March ___________. - CORRECT ANSWER-1995
Proper documentation of which of the following can greatly assist the interpreting
physician in the diagnostic process of a patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-Patient's
recent procedures, surgeries, and symptoms
,Possible trauma in patient
Specific areas of pain or discomfort in patient
Communication is the key to any successful patient interaction. - CORRECT
ANSWER-True
Which of the following high-density or metallic items should be removed from a
patient when necessary and appropriate during CT scanning? - CORRECT ANSWER-
*all the above*
jewelry
hair fasteners
electronic devices
A _________ must sign the information consent form for a minor. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Parent or legal guardian
Which of the following can cause substantial image degradation during CT
examination? - CORRECT ANSWER-patient motion.
Which of the follow are considered as vital signs? - CORRECT ANSWER-*all*
temperature
pulse&blood pressure
respirations
,Systolic blood pressure indicates the pressure within arteries during cardiac
contraction and should be less than ________ mm Hg. - CORRECT ANSWER-120
A _______ is an electronic device used to measure pules and respiratory status. -
CORRECT ANSWER-pulse oximeter
Which of the following is a graphic representation of the electrical activity of the
heart? - CORRECT ANSWER-an electrocardiogram (ECG)
The cardiac cycle can be divided into which of the following distinct stages? -
CORRECT ANSWER-atrial systole
___________ refers to an insufficient oxygenation of tissue at the cellular level. -
CORRECT ANSWER-hypoxia
Oxygen is considered a drug, and it is typically administered under the order of a
physician. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
A _____ can be used to drain fluid from the intrapleural space of the ill or injured
patient. - CORRECT ANSWER-Thoracostomy tube (chest tube)
CT technologists MUST take care to ensure that the urine drainage bag be kept
below the patients bladder at all times to prevent the ______ of urine when
, imaging a patient with an in-dwelling catheter. - CORRECT ANSWER-back-flow
(reflux)
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine level are lab values used to indicate
__________. - CORRECT ANSWER-renal function
__________ medications may be prescribed to reduce patient anxiety during a CT
examination. - CORRECT ANSWER-Anxiolytic
Which of the following radiopaque contrast media (RCM) is typically used for CT
examination? - CORRECT ANSWER-Iodine & Barium
Which of the following can be used as negative contrast agents during CT
examinations? - CORRECT ANSWER-Air, Gasses, water
Which of the following are contraindication to IV iodinated contrast agents? -
CORRECT ANSWER-allergy to iodine, history of allergic reaction, renal insufficiency
or failure.
Intravascular RCM are generally administered in doses ranging from _______ml. -
CORRECT ANSWER-50-150
________ is defined as reduction of intensity of a radiation beam as it passed
through a substance. - CORRECT ANSWER-attenuation
