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LRA 223 & 224 Final Exams – 2025/ 2026 Study Review
with Correct Questions and Answers With
Rationales!!!||Latest Exam!!!
On average, how many separate bones make up the adult
vertebral column? - Answer-26
The gonion corresponds to the level of? - Answer-C3
A radiograph of an AP open-mouth projection reveals that
the base of the skull is superimposed over the dens. What
positioning error led to this radiographic outcome? -
Answer-Excessive skull extension
What is the name of the fracture that results from
hyperflexion of the neck, results in avulsion fractures on
the spinous processes of C6 through T1. The fracture is
best demonstrated on a lateral cervical spine radiograph. -
Answer-Clay Shoveler's Fracture
This condition is inflammation of the vertebrae. - Answer-
Spondylitis
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Identify landmark labeled "c" - Answer-Iliac Crest (L4-5)
What type of CR angulation is required for an AP axial
projection of the coccyx? - Answer-10 degrees caudad
A patient comes to radiology for a follow-up study for a
Clay Shoveler's fracture. What projection will best
demonstrate the extent of this fracture? - Answer-Lateral
cervical spine projection
Which specific aspect of the sacrum articulates with the
ilium to form the sacroiliac joints? - Answer-Auricular
surface
Identify the projection on this radiograph. - Answer-AP
axial sacrum
A radiograph of a lateral projection of the lumbar spine
reveals that the mid-to lower-intervertebral joint spaces
are not open. The patient's waist was supported. Which
modifications will help open joint spaces during the repeat
exposure? - Answer-Increase waist support and/or angle
CR 5 to 8 degrees caudal.
LRA 223 & 224 Final Exams – 2025/ 2026 Study Review
with Correct Questions and Answers With
Rationales!!!||Latest Exam!!!
On average, how many separate bones make up the adult
vertebral column? - Answer-26
The gonion corresponds to the level of? - Answer-C3
A radiograph of an AP open-mouth projection reveals that
the base of the skull is superimposed over the dens. What
positioning error led to this radiographic outcome? -
Answer-Excessive skull extension
What is the name of the fracture that results from
hyperflexion of the neck, results in avulsion fractures on
the spinous processes of C6 through T1. The fracture is
best demonstrated on a lateral cervical spine radiograph. -
Answer-Clay Shoveler's Fracture
This condition is inflammation of the vertebrae. - Answer-
Spondylitis
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Identify landmark labeled "c" - Answer-Iliac Crest (L4-5)
What type of CR angulation is required for an AP axial
projection of the coccyx? - Answer-10 degrees caudad
A patient comes to radiology for a follow-up study for a
Clay Shoveler's fracture. What projection will best
demonstrate the extent of this fracture? - Answer-Lateral
cervical spine projection
Which specific aspect of the sacrum articulates with the
ilium to form the sacroiliac joints? - Answer-Auricular
surface
Identify the projection on this radiograph. - Answer-AP
axial sacrum
A radiograph of a lateral projection of the lumbar spine
reveals that the mid-to lower-intervertebral joint spaces
are not open. The patient's waist was supported. Which
modifications will help open joint spaces during the repeat
exposure? - Answer-Increase waist support and/or angle
CR 5 to 8 degrees caudal.
