RAD 1125 exam 1 study guide UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Explain the use of radiation in medicine - CORRECT ANSWER Radiation is used in
medicine to create images of an atomic structures or physiologic actions and therapeutic
purposes
Provide an overview of the history of medicine - CORRECT ANSWER Modern medicine has
evolved from ancient medicine, which started in ancient Egypt with the first doctors
Describe the discovery of x-rays. - CORRECT ANSWER Nov 8th, 1895. Wilhelm Conrad
Rontgen(Wurzburg, Germany) in physics lab working with Crookes tube encompassed cathode
and anode attached to electrical supply. During the experiments, x-rays were produced from
tube. plate that was covered in barium platinocyanide emitting light when Crookes tube on.
When hand placed in bw the two an Xray is produced.
Define terms related to radiologic technology and the other radiologic and imaging sciences -
CORRECT ANSWER ALARA, ARRT, ASRT, Bone densitometry, Cardiovascular-
interventional, Certification, Continuing education, Computed tomography, Discipline, Disease,
ionizing vs. non-ionizing radiation, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, medical
dosimetry, modality, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, radiography, radiologic technologists,
radiologists, radiologist assistants, radiopharmaceutical, regulations, shielding, sonography,
specialties, x-rays
Explain the career opportunities within the profession of radiologic and imaging sciences -
CORRECT ANSWER Hospitals, freestanding clinics, research, sales, marketing
Identify the various specialties within a radiologic and imaging sciences department -
CORRECT ANSWER Radiography, CT scanning, medical sonography, radiation therapy,
MRI scanning, mammography, DEXA scanning, radiologist assistant (RA), nuclear medicine,
cardiovascular interventional technology, PACS administrator
, Describe the typical responsibilities of the members of the radiologic and imaging sciences team
- CORRECT ANSWER Perform diagnostic imaging examinations and perform radiation
therapy treatments
Explain the career-ladder opportunities within radiologic and imaging sciences. Discuss the roles
of other members of the health care team. - CORRECT ANSWER Economic gatekeeping,
political advocacy, public health delivery, patient safety, quality of care improvement, and
information technology.
Differentiate accreditation, certification, and representation functions of various professional
organizations - CORRECT ANSWER Objectives
Describe the organizations that carry out the professional aspects of a specific radiologic and
imaging sciences area of specialization - CORRECT ANSWER The international society of
magnetic resonance (ISMRM)
Describe the relationship of various radiologist and physicist organizations with radiologic and
imaging sciences - CORRECT ANSWER AAPM holds its annual conference in conjunction
with the RANA, and the AMA regulates aspects of the allied health profession, which includes
the radiologic technology
Define critical thinking and problem solving - CORRECT ANSWER Critical thinking is
creative action based on professional knowledge and experience involving sound judgment
applied with high ethical standards and integrity. Problem solving is the ability to answer
questions in a methodic manner to resolve a challenging situation.
Describe the role of critical thinking in clinical, ethical, and technical decision making -
CORRECT ANSWER Critical thinking is necessary in the clinical setting to deal with
situations that arise that are not covered in textbooks or formal training. Critical thinking is used
in ethics to make the right decisions regarding patient and radiation safety. Critical thinking is
also needed for technical decision making when a patient cannot comply to the normal procedure
protocol.
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Explain the use of radiation in medicine - CORRECT ANSWER Radiation is used in
medicine to create images of an atomic structures or physiologic actions and therapeutic
purposes
Provide an overview of the history of medicine - CORRECT ANSWER Modern medicine has
evolved from ancient medicine, which started in ancient Egypt with the first doctors
Describe the discovery of x-rays. - CORRECT ANSWER Nov 8th, 1895. Wilhelm Conrad
Rontgen(Wurzburg, Germany) in physics lab working with Crookes tube encompassed cathode
and anode attached to electrical supply. During the experiments, x-rays were produced from
tube. plate that was covered in barium platinocyanide emitting light when Crookes tube on.
When hand placed in bw the two an Xray is produced.
Define terms related to radiologic technology and the other radiologic and imaging sciences -
CORRECT ANSWER ALARA, ARRT, ASRT, Bone densitometry, Cardiovascular-
interventional, Certification, Continuing education, Computed tomography, Discipline, Disease,
ionizing vs. non-ionizing radiation, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, medical
dosimetry, modality, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, radiography, radiologic technologists,
radiologists, radiologist assistants, radiopharmaceutical, regulations, shielding, sonography,
specialties, x-rays
Explain the career opportunities within the profession of radiologic and imaging sciences -
CORRECT ANSWER Hospitals, freestanding clinics, research, sales, marketing
Identify the various specialties within a radiologic and imaging sciences department -
CORRECT ANSWER Radiography, CT scanning, medical sonography, radiation therapy,
MRI scanning, mammography, DEXA scanning, radiologist assistant (RA), nuclear medicine,
cardiovascular interventional technology, PACS administrator
, Describe the typical responsibilities of the members of the radiologic and imaging sciences team
- CORRECT ANSWER Perform diagnostic imaging examinations and perform radiation
therapy treatments
Explain the career-ladder opportunities within radiologic and imaging sciences. Discuss the roles
of other members of the health care team. - CORRECT ANSWER Economic gatekeeping,
political advocacy, public health delivery, patient safety, quality of care improvement, and
information technology.
Differentiate accreditation, certification, and representation functions of various professional
organizations - CORRECT ANSWER Objectives
Describe the organizations that carry out the professional aspects of a specific radiologic and
imaging sciences area of specialization - CORRECT ANSWER The international society of
magnetic resonance (ISMRM)
Describe the relationship of various radiologist and physicist organizations with radiologic and
imaging sciences - CORRECT ANSWER AAPM holds its annual conference in conjunction
with the RANA, and the AMA regulates aspects of the allied health profession, which includes
the radiologic technology
Define critical thinking and problem solving - CORRECT ANSWER Critical thinking is
creative action based on professional knowledge and experience involving sound judgment
applied with high ethical standards and integrity. Problem solving is the ability to answer
questions in a methodic manner to resolve a challenging situation.
Describe the role of critical thinking in clinical, ethical, and technical decision making -
CORRECT ANSWER Critical thinking is necessary in the clinical setting to deal with
situations that arise that are not covered in textbooks or formal training. Critical thinking is used
in ethics to make the right decisions regarding patient and radiation safety. Critical thinking is
also needed for technical decision making when a patient cannot comply to the normal procedure
protocol.
