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Chapter 1: Introduction to Radiographic Positioning and Terminology
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Explanations
1. Which of the following terms refers to the body lying face down?
• A. Supine
• B. Prone
• C. Erect
• D. Decubitus
Answer: B. Prone
Explanation: 'Prone' refers to a position where the patient is lying flat on
their stomach, face down. This is commonly used for posterior spinal
imaging.
2. The term 'projection' in radiography refers to:
• A. The body position of the patient
• B. The movement of the X-ray beam through the body
• C. The image formed on the film
• D. The anatomical structure being evaluated
Answer: B. The movement of the X-ray beam through the body
Explanation: Projection describes the path that the X-ray beam travels
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from the X-ray tube to the image receptor, e.g., AP (anteroposterior) or PA
(posteroanterior).
3. Which plane divides the body into right and left halves?
• A. Coronal
• B. Horizontal
• C. Sagittal
• D. Oblique
Answer: C. Sagittal
Explanation: The sagittal plane is a vertical plane dividing the body into
right and left sections. The midsagittal plane divides it into equal halves.
4. Which of the following describes the Trendelenburg position?
• A. Supine with feet elevated above the head
• B. Prone with head elevated
• C. Lateral recumbent with knees bent
• D. Erect with arms raised
Answer: A. Supine with feet elevated above the head
Explanation: This position improves venous return and is occasionally
used in contrast studies or emergency care to manage hypotension.
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5. What is the correct term for lying down in any position?
• A. Recumbent
• B. Erect
• C. Decubitus
• D. Lateral
Answer: A. Recumbent
Explanation: 'Recumbent' is a general term for lying down, whether
supine, prone, or lateral. It is foundational for understanding patient
positioning.
Section B: True or False with Explanations
6. The midsagittal plane and the median plane refer to the same
anatomical location.
Answer: True
Explanation: Both terms are used synonymously to describe the plane that
divides the body into equal right and left halves.
7. An anteroposterior (AP) projection always uses a horizontal beam.
Answer: False
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Radiographic Positioning and Terminology
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Explanations
1. Which of the following terms refers to the body lying face down?
• A. Supine
• B. Prone
• C. Erect
• D. Decubitus
Answer: B. Prone
Explanation: 'Prone' refers to a position where the patient is lying flat on
their stomach, face down. This is commonly used for posterior spinal
imaging.
2. The term 'projection' in radiography refers to:
• A. The body position of the patient
• B. The movement of the X-ray beam through the body
• C. The image formed on the film
• D. The anatomical structure being evaluated
Answer: B. The movement of the X-ray beam through the body
Explanation: Projection describes the path that the X-ray beam travels
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from the X-ray tube to the image receptor, e.g., AP (anteroposterior) or PA
(posteroanterior).
3. Which plane divides the body into right and left halves?
• A. Coronal
• B. Horizontal
• C. Sagittal
• D. Oblique
Answer: C. Sagittal
Explanation: The sagittal plane is a vertical plane dividing the body into
right and left sections. The midsagittal plane divides it into equal halves.
4. Which of the following describes the Trendelenburg position?
• A. Supine with feet elevated above the head
• B. Prone with head elevated
• C. Lateral recumbent with knees bent
• D. Erect with arms raised
Answer: A. Supine with feet elevated above the head
Explanation: This position improves venous return and is occasionally
used in contrast studies or emergency care to manage hypotension.
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5. What is the correct term for lying down in any position?
• A. Recumbent
• B. Erect
• C. Decubitus
• D. Lateral
Answer: A. Recumbent
Explanation: 'Recumbent' is a general term for lying down, whether
supine, prone, or lateral. It is foundational for understanding patient
positioning.
Section B: True or False with Explanations
6. The midsagittal plane and the median plane refer to the same
anatomical location.
Answer: True
Explanation: Both terms are used synonymously to describe the plane that
divides the body into equal right and left halves.
7. An anteroposterior (AP) projection always uses a horizontal beam.
Answer: False
