GYN Ultrasound of Nonpregnant Normal Uterus Revised Test 2023.

GYN Ultrasound of Nonpregnant Normal Uterus Revised Test 2023.The uterus is interposed between the posteriorly positioned bladder and the anteriorly positioned sigmoid colon. - ANSWER False Which of the following statements best characterizes normal pelvic anatomy? - ANSWER -The uterus is normally located just posterior to the bladder. -The bladder may be difficult to visualize when empty. Which of the following statements best characterizes the broad ligament? - ANSWER -The broad ligament encases the fallopian tube. -The uterine vasculature is encased within the broad ligament. Which of the following statements best characterizes the serosal layer of the uterus? - ANSWER none of the above Which of the following statements best characterizes the ovarian cycle? - ANSWER -The ovarian cycle comprises the follicular phase, ovulation, and luteal phase. -The endometrial lining of the uterus undergoes concurrent development and thickening during the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle. -Ovulation can lead to accumulation of physiologic free fluid in the posterior cul-de-sac. Which of the following statements best characterizes transducer selection and orientation for gynecologic ultrasound examination? - ANSWER -The highest-frequency ultrasound transducer that provides sufficient depth of beam penetration should be selected. -During transvaginal scanning, the transducer indicator is typically pointed towards the ceiling (12 o'clock position) when scanning along the sagittal plane of the uterus. Which of the following statements best characterizes gynecologic sonographic imaging techniques? - ANSWER -A transabdominal approach typically yields inferior image resolution and anatomic detail, compared with a transvaginal approach. -A transabdominal approach with a large curvilinear transducer often provides an expansive view of the female pelvis. Which of the following statements best characterizes the endometrium? - ANSWER The sonographic appearance of the endometrium changes in concert with the menstrual cycle. Which of the following statements best characterizes transducer disinfection protocols? - ANSWER A and C Which of the following statements best characterizes the menstrual cycle? - ANSWER A and C Which of the following anatomic features is labeled in this transabdominal ultrasound image taken in a transverse view? - ANSWER Posterior cul-de-sac