TEST BANK FOR Bontragers Textbook of Radiographic positioning and related anatomy questions and answers

TEST BANK FOR Bontragers Textbook of Radiographic positioning and related anatomy questions and answers What is the most common of all radiographic procedures? - ANSWERChest What is another name for chest? - ANSWERThorax What is the chest? - ANSWERupper portion of the trunk between the neck and abdomen Radiographic anatomy of the chest is divided into how many sections? Name them - ANSWER1. Bony Thorax 2. Respiratory System proper 3. Mediastinum What is the bony thorax? - ANSWERThe part of the skeletal system that provides framework for the parts of the chest involves with breathing and blood circulation. What is the term thoracic viscera used to describe? - ANSWERThe parts of the chest, consisting of the lung and the remaining thoracic organs contained in the mediastinum Anterior what is located in the chest? - ANSWERum (manubrium, body, xiphoid process)(breastbone) Superiorly the bony thorax consists of - ANSWER2 clavicles (collarbone) 2 Scapulae (shoulder blades) 12 pair of ribs that circle the thorax 12 thoracic vertebrae posteriorly What does accurate and consistent radiographic positioning require? - ANSWERCertain landmarks, or reference points, that can be used to center the image receptor correctly to ensure that all essential anatomy is include on that specific projection. Where should these land marks be? - ANSWERShould be parts of the body that are easily and consistently located on patients. What are two landmarks for chest positioning? - ANSWERVertebra prominens Jugular notch What is the vertebra prominens used for? - ANSWERImportant landmark for determining the central ray location on a posterioanterior or (PA) chest projection. Where is the vertebra prominens located? - ANSWERC7 How can the vertebra prominens be located/palpitated? Easier when - ANSWERapplying light pressure with the fingertips at the base of the neck. Easier when flexed What is the jugular notch important for? - ANSWERimportant l