Rad Practice Test V1 UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Which is the required amount of inherent filtration for A. 0.5 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
general purpose x-ray tubes?
A. 0.5 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
B. 1 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
C. 1.5 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
D. 2 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
Where should the central ray (CR) enter the patient for a C. 3-4 inches posterior to the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS).
lateral sacrum projection?
A. 2 inches posterior to the anterior superior iliac spine
(ASIS).
B. 2 inches posterior and 2 inches inferior to the anterior
superior iliac spine (ASIS).
C. 3-4 inches posterior to the anterior superior iliac spine
(ASIS).
D. 3-4 inches posterior and 2 inches inferior to the
anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS).
Which factors affect spatial resolution in digital imaging? A. Smaller pixels.
(Select the two that apply.) B. Greater number of pixels.
A. Smaller pixels.
B. Greater number of pixels.
C. Increased bit depth.
D. Smaller matrix size.
E. Increased pixel pitch.
,How should a mobile C-arm fluoroscope be positioned C. With the x-ray tube under the patient and as far from the patient as possible.
to provide maximum radiation protection to the
operator?
A. With the x-ray tube above the patient and as close to
the patient as possible.
B. With the x-ray tube above the patient and as far from
the patient as possible.
C. With the x-ray tube under the patient and as far from
the patient as possible.
D. With the x-ray tube under the patient and as close to
the patient as possible.
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), D. 10 cGy/min.
what is the maximum air kerma rate for fixed fluoroscopic
units?
A. 2 cGy/min.
B. 4 cGy/min.
C. 5 cGy/min.
D. 10 cGy/min.
Which factors will impact the radiation barrier A. People in adjoining rooms.
calculations for an x-ray room? (Select the three that C. Types of exams performed in the room.
apply.) D. How often the room is used.
A. People in adjoining rooms.
B. Number of repeat exposures.
C. Types of exams performed in the room.
D. How often the room is used.
E. Number of occupational workers in the room.
A 14-year-old female patient arrives in the radiology D. Employ shadow shields.
department for a scoliosis series. Which option provides
both the best image quality and lowest radiation dose for
this patient?
A. High milliampere-seconds (mAs), low kilovolt-peak
(kVp) technique.
B. Use of a posteroanterior (PA) projection only.
Incorrect
C. Use of an anteroposterior (AP) projection only.
D. Employ shadow shields.
In which position should the patient be placed in order to D. Right anterior oblique (RAO).
demonstrate the right intervertebral foramina of the
cervical spine while minimizing radiation dose to the
thyroid gland?
A. Left posterior oblique (LPO).
B. Right posterior oblique (RPO).
C. Left anterior oblique (LAO).
D. Right anterior oblique (RAO).
, Which milliampere seconds (mAs) value should be D. 44 mAs
selected for a patient measuring 30 centimeters if 22 mAs
is optimal for a patient measuring 25 centimeters?
A. 28 mAs.
B. 33 mAs.
C. 40 mAs.
D. 44 mAs
A patient who complains of blurred vision and dizziness C. Orthostatic hypotension.
upon standing for an upright chest x-ray may be
experiencing which condition?
A. Orthostatic hypertension.
B. Hypoglycemia.
C. Orthostatic hypotension.
D. Hyperglycemia.
Which position should a patient be placed in immediately A. Lateral recumbent.
following a seizure?
A. Lateral recumbent.
B. Dorsal recumbent.
C. Ventral recumbent.
D. Sitting
How should a radiographer increase the stability of the B. Stand with feet a greater distance apart.
base of support?
A. Stand on one foot.
B. Stand with feet a greater distance apart.
C. Hold heavy objects close to body.
D. Keep back straight and knees bent.
A radiographer prepares to transfer a patient from a C. Position the right side of the wheelchair next to the table.
wheelchair to the x-ray table. The patient recently
suffered a stroke, exhibits left-sided weakness, and is able
to bear some weight. How should the radiographer move
the patient to the table?
A. Use a hydraulic lift.
B. Position the left side of the wheelchair next to the
table.
C. Position the right side of the wheelchair next to the
table.
D. Have one radiographer lift the torso while another lifts
the feet.
Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness C. Consistent eye contact.
and concern for a patient who is giving a medical
history?
A. A pleasant smile.
B. Taking notes.
C. Consistent eye contact.
D. Turning the head to the side to place one ear closer.
Which is the required amount of inherent filtration for A. 0.5 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
general purpose x-ray tubes?
A. 0.5 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
B. 1 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
C. 1.5 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
D. 2 mm aluminum (AL) equivalent.
Where should the central ray (CR) enter the patient for a C. 3-4 inches posterior to the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS).
lateral sacrum projection?
A. 2 inches posterior to the anterior superior iliac spine
(ASIS).
B. 2 inches posterior and 2 inches inferior to the anterior
superior iliac spine (ASIS).
C. 3-4 inches posterior to the anterior superior iliac spine
(ASIS).
D. 3-4 inches posterior and 2 inches inferior to the
anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS).
Which factors affect spatial resolution in digital imaging? A. Smaller pixels.
(Select the two that apply.) B. Greater number of pixels.
A. Smaller pixels.
B. Greater number of pixels.
C. Increased bit depth.
D. Smaller matrix size.
E. Increased pixel pitch.
,How should a mobile C-arm fluoroscope be positioned C. With the x-ray tube under the patient and as far from the patient as possible.
to provide maximum radiation protection to the
operator?
A. With the x-ray tube above the patient and as close to
the patient as possible.
B. With the x-ray tube above the patient and as far from
the patient as possible.
C. With the x-ray tube under the patient and as far from
the patient as possible.
D. With the x-ray tube under the patient and as close to
the patient as possible.
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), D. 10 cGy/min.
what is the maximum air kerma rate for fixed fluoroscopic
units?
A. 2 cGy/min.
B. 4 cGy/min.
C. 5 cGy/min.
D. 10 cGy/min.
Which factors will impact the radiation barrier A. People in adjoining rooms.
calculations for an x-ray room? (Select the three that C. Types of exams performed in the room.
apply.) D. How often the room is used.
A. People in adjoining rooms.
B. Number of repeat exposures.
C. Types of exams performed in the room.
D. How often the room is used.
E. Number of occupational workers in the room.
A 14-year-old female patient arrives in the radiology D. Employ shadow shields.
department for a scoliosis series. Which option provides
both the best image quality and lowest radiation dose for
this patient?
A. High milliampere-seconds (mAs), low kilovolt-peak
(kVp) technique.
B. Use of a posteroanterior (PA) projection only.
Incorrect
C. Use of an anteroposterior (AP) projection only.
D. Employ shadow shields.
In which position should the patient be placed in order to D. Right anterior oblique (RAO).
demonstrate the right intervertebral foramina of the
cervical spine while minimizing radiation dose to the
thyroid gland?
A. Left posterior oblique (LPO).
B. Right posterior oblique (RPO).
C. Left anterior oblique (LAO).
D. Right anterior oblique (RAO).
, Which milliampere seconds (mAs) value should be D. 44 mAs
selected for a patient measuring 30 centimeters if 22 mAs
is optimal for a patient measuring 25 centimeters?
A. 28 mAs.
B. 33 mAs.
C. 40 mAs.
D. 44 mAs
A patient who complains of blurred vision and dizziness C. Orthostatic hypotension.
upon standing for an upright chest x-ray may be
experiencing which condition?
A. Orthostatic hypertension.
B. Hypoglycemia.
C. Orthostatic hypotension.
D. Hyperglycemia.
Which position should a patient be placed in immediately A. Lateral recumbent.
following a seizure?
A. Lateral recumbent.
B. Dorsal recumbent.
C. Ventral recumbent.
D. Sitting
How should a radiographer increase the stability of the B. Stand with feet a greater distance apart.
base of support?
A. Stand on one foot.
B. Stand with feet a greater distance apart.
C. Hold heavy objects close to body.
D. Keep back straight and knees bent.
A radiographer prepares to transfer a patient from a C. Position the right side of the wheelchair next to the table.
wheelchair to the x-ray table. The patient recently
suffered a stroke, exhibits left-sided weakness, and is able
to bear some weight. How should the radiographer move
the patient to the table?
A. Use a hydraulic lift.
B. Position the left side of the wheelchair next to the
table.
C. Position the right side of the wheelchair next to the
table.
D. Have one radiographer lift the torso while another lifts
the feet.
Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness C. Consistent eye contact.
and concern for a patient who is giving a medical
history?
A. A pleasant smile.
B. Taking notes.
C. Consistent eye contact.
D. Turning the head to the side to place one ear closer.
