Page 1 of 438
Bontragers Textbook of
Radiographic Positioning
and Related Anatomy
11th Edition by
(Lampignano) Test Bank
1
, Page 2 of 438
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Key Terminology, Imaging Fundamentals, and Principles of Patient Positioning
This chapter introduces essential medical terminology, basic imaging techniques, and the fundamental principles of
positioning patients accurately for optimal radiographic results.
Chapter 2. Radiographic Examination of the Chest
Focuses on imaging techniques used to evaluate the chest, including proper positioning and identification of
normal and abnormal findings in chest radiographs.
Chapter 3. Imaging of the Abdominal Region
Covers detailed procedures for abdominal radiography, discussing techniques to obtain clear images of the
abdominal organs and structures.
Chapter 4. Radiographic Procedures for the Upper Limbs
This chapter explores imaging techniques for the bones and joints of the upper limbs, such as the hands, wrists, and
arms, ensuring clear visualizations for diagnosis.
Chapter 5. Imaging of the Humerus and Shoulder Girdle
Covers radiographic techniques for the humerus and shoulder area, emphasizing proper positioning and protocols
for capturing detailed images of these regions.
Chapter 6. Radiography of the Lower Limbs
Focuses on techniques for imaging the bones and joints of the lower extremities, including the legs, knees, ankles,
and feet, to ensure accurate diagnoses.
Chapter 7. Radiographic Imaging of the Femur and Pelvic Girdle
Examines procedures for imaging the femur and the pelvic region, with emphasis on clear visualization and
positioning for accurate radiological assessment.
Chapter 8. Imaging of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine
Discusses radiographic techniques for the cervical and thoracic spine, focusing on alignment, positioning, and
identifying common abnormalities in the spine.
Chapter 9. Radiographic Examination of the Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx
Covers detailed techniques for imaging the lower spine, sacrum, and coccyx, ensuring the capture of precise
images to diagnose conditions related to these areas.
Chapter 10. Imaging of the Bony Thorax, Including the Sternum and Ribs
Provides insights into imaging the bony thorax, focusing on radiographic techniques to examine the sternum and
ribs for fractures, abnormalities, or diseases.
Chapter 11. Radiography of the Skull, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses
Focuses on the imaging procedures used to examine the skull, facial bones, and paranasal sinuses, highlighting key
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positioning strategies and diagnostic markers.
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Chapter 12. Imaging of the Biliary System and Upper Gastrointestinal Tract
Covers radiographic techniques for visualizing the biliary tract and the upper gastrointestinal system, including
special procedures for detecting conditions like gallstones or obstructions.
Chapter 13. Radiographic Examination of the Lower Gastrointestinal Tract
Discusses the imaging procedures required for the lower gastrointestinal system, focusing on techniques to
diagnose conditions affecting the colon, rectum, and related structures.
Chapter 14. Imaging of the Urinary System and Techniques for Venipuncture
Explores the radiographic procedures used to examine the urinary system, along with methods for performing
venipuncture to administer contrast media for enhanced imaging.
Chapter 15. Radiographic Techniques for Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Settings
Focuses on the special imaging techniques used in trauma situations, mobile radiography, and surgical
environments, ensuring clear imaging under challenging conditions.
Chapter 16. Pediatric Radiographic Imaging
Covers radiographic procedures specifically designed for pediatric patients, emphasizing special techniques and
considerations for imaging children safely and effectively.
Chapter 17. Angiographic Procedures and Interventional Radiography
Explores the imaging techniques used in angiography and interventional radiology, highlighting advanced
procedures to visualize blood vessels and guide therapeutic interventions.
Chapter 18. Techniques for Computed Tomography (CT) Imaging
Provides an overview of the principles and procedures involved in CT imaging, discussing the use of this
technology for creating detailed cross-sectional images of the body.
Chapter 19. Specialized Techniques in Radiographic Imaging
Examines a range of specialized radiographic procedures, focusing on advanced imaging techniques that go
beyond standard radiography to address unique diagnostic needs.
Chapter 20: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities
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Lampignano: Bontrager’s Textbook of
Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 11th Edition
(2024)
Chapter 1. Key Terminology, Imaging Fundamentals, and Principles of Patient
Positioning
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. What type of tissue binds together and supports the various structures of the body?
a. Nervous
b. Vein
c. Connective
d. Epithelial
ANS: c pg3 ref3
2. The lowest level of structural organization in the human body is the level?
a. molecular
b. cellular
c. chemical
d. atom
ANS: C pg 3 ref3
3. What type of tissue covers internal and external surfaces of the body?
a. Muscular
b. Connective
c. Nervous
d. Epithelial
ANS: D pg3 ref3 4
Bontragers Textbook of
Radiographic Positioning
and Related Anatomy
11th Edition by
(Lampignano) Test Bank
1
, Page 2 of 438
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Key Terminology, Imaging Fundamentals, and Principles of Patient Positioning
This chapter introduces essential medical terminology, basic imaging techniques, and the fundamental principles of
positioning patients accurately for optimal radiographic results.
Chapter 2. Radiographic Examination of the Chest
Focuses on imaging techniques used to evaluate the chest, including proper positioning and identification of
normal and abnormal findings in chest radiographs.
Chapter 3. Imaging of the Abdominal Region
Covers detailed procedures for abdominal radiography, discussing techniques to obtain clear images of the
abdominal organs and structures.
Chapter 4. Radiographic Procedures for the Upper Limbs
This chapter explores imaging techniques for the bones and joints of the upper limbs, such as the hands, wrists, and
arms, ensuring clear visualizations for diagnosis.
Chapter 5. Imaging of the Humerus and Shoulder Girdle
Covers radiographic techniques for the humerus and shoulder area, emphasizing proper positioning and protocols
for capturing detailed images of these regions.
Chapter 6. Radiography of the Lower Limbs
Focuses on techniques for imaging the bones and joints of the lower extremities, including the legs, knees, ankles,
and feet, to ensure accurate diagnoses.
Chapter 7. Radiographic Imaging of the Femur and Pelvic Girdle
Examines procedures for imaging the femur and the pelvic region, with emphasis on clear visualization and
positioning for accurate radiological assessment.
Chapter 8. Imaging of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine
Discusses radiographic techniques for the cervical and thoracic spine, focusing on alignment, positioning, and
identifying common abnormalities in the spine.
Chapter 9. Radiographic Examination of the Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx
Covers detailed techniques for imaging the lower spine, sacrum, and coccyx, ensuring the capture of precise
images to diagnose conditions related to these areas.
Chapter 10. Imaging of the Bony Thorax, Including the Sternum and Ribs
Provides insights into imaging the bony thorax, focusing on radiographic techniques to examine the sternum and
ribs for fractures, abnormalities, or diseases.
Chapter 11. Radiography of the Skull, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses
Focuses on the imaging procedures used to examine the skull, facial bones, and paranasal sinuses, highlighting key
2
positioning strategies and diagnostic markers.
, Page 3 of 438
Chapter 12. Imaging of the Biliary System and Upper Gastrointestinal Tract
Covers radiographic techniques for visualizing the biliary tract and the upper gastrointestinal system, including
special procedures for detecting conditions like gallstones or obstructions.
Chapter 13. Radiographic Examination of the Lower Gastrointestinal Tract
Discusses the imaging procedures required for the lower gastrointestinal system, focusing on techniques to
diagnose conditions affecting the colon, rectum, and related structures.
Chapter 14. Imaging of the Urinary System and Techniques for Venipuncture
Explores the radiographic procedures used to examine the urinary system, along with methods for performing
venipuncture to administer contrast media for enhanced imaging.
Chapter 15. Radiographic Techniques for Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Settings
Focuses on the special imaging techniques used in trauma situations, mobile radiography, and surgical
environments, ensuring clear imaging under challenging conditions.
Chapter 16. Pediatric Radiographic Imaging
Covers radiographic procedures specifically designed for pediatric patients, emphasizing special techniques and
considerations for imaging children safely and effectively.
Chapter 17. Angiographic Procedures and Interventional Radiography
Explores the imaging techniques used in angiography and interventional radiology, highlighting advanced
procedures to visualize blood vessels and guide therapeutic interventions.
Chapter 18. Techniques for Computed Tomography (CT) Imaging
Provides an overview of the principles and procedures involved in CT imaging, discussing the use of this
technology for creating detailed cross-sectional images of the body.
Chapter 19. Specialized Techniques in Radiographic Imaging
Examines a range of specialized radiographic procedures, focusing on advanced imaging techniques that go
beyond standard radiography to address unique diagnostic needs.
Chapter 20: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities
3
, Page 4 of 438
Lampignano: Bontrager’s Textbook of
Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 11th Edition
(2024)
Chapter 1. Key Terminology, Imaging Fundamentals, and Principles of Patient
Positioning
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. What type of tissue binds together and supports the various structures of the body?
a. Nervous
b. Vein
c. Connective
d. Epithelial
ANS: c pg3 ref3
2. The lowest level of structural organization in the human body is the level?
a. molecular
b. cellular
c. chemical
d. atom
ANS: C pg 3 ref3
3. What type of tissue covers internal and external surfaces of the body?
a. Muscular
b. Connective
c. Nervous
d. Epithelial
ANS: D pg3 ref3 4
