RAD Exam 2 Questions and Correct
Answers
How do you assess positioning of a VD thoracic view? - Answer-The sternum is summated over the
spine and the ribcage is symmetrical
In almost every case, when should you take a radiograph of the thorax? - Answer-Peak of inspiration
What special thoracic view is useful for assessing tracheal collapse? - Answer-Expiratory lateral view
A cat presents to the clinic having trouble breathing. The doctor requests two views of the thorax. What
two views will be best perform? - Answer-DV and lateral
To perform a thoracic study for nodules, you perform a VD and both left and right lateral views. This is
because a nodule is best seen in the non-dependant or lung further from the image receptor and closer
to the x-ray tube. Why? - Answer-Magnification & Surrounded by air
Abdominal radiographs are taken at what point during the respiratory cycle? - Answer-Peak of
expiration
Abdominal radiographs of puppies and kittens are difficult to achieve good contrast. Why? - Answer-Not
a lot of fat
Answers
How do you assess positioning of a VD thoracic view? - Answer-The sternum is summated over the
spine and the ribcage is symmetrical
In almost every case, when should you take a radiograph of the thorax? - Answer-Peak of inspiration
What special thoracic view is useful for assessing tracheal collapse? - Answer-Expiratory lateral view
A cat presents to the clinic having trouble breathing. The doctor requests two views of the thorax. What
two views will be best perform? - Answer-DV and lateral
To perform a thoracic study for nodules, you perform a VD and both left and right lateral views. This is
because a nodule is best seen in the non-dependant or lung further from the image receptor and closer
to the x-ray tube. Why? - Answer-Magnification & Surrounded by air
Abdominal radiographs are taken at what point during the respiratory cycle? - Answer-Peak of
expiration
Abdominal radiographs of puppies and kittens are difficult to achieve good contrast. Why? - Answer-Not
a lot of fat
