Mammography Exam 3 questions with correct answers

The main reason for breast compression in mammography is to: CORRECT ANSWER-produce a uniform breast thickness The superior-inferior oblique projection: CORRECT ANSWER-best demonstrates the upper-inner quadrant and the lower-outer quadrant of the breast free of superimposition. Which of the following statements is true when imaging the kypothic patient? CORRECT ANSWER-It becomes difficult to include the medial breast tissue in the compression field when compressing from medial to lateral. Kypothic patients can be imaged while seated. The pectoralis major muscle is seen on approximately ___________ % to ____________ % of all CC projections. CORRECT ANSWER-30; 40 In digital mammography imaging, the emphasis for quality imaging has shifted to: CORRECT ANSWER-breast compression and accurate positioning In evaluating the standard MLO projection, the pectoral muscle should: CORRECT ANSWER-have a wide border superiorly with a convex anterior border and should extend to or below the level of the PNL. A useful option when imaging a patient with a protruding abdomen can include reducing the tube angulation when imaging the MLO. CORRECT ANSWER-True