LRA 223-Spine Mod Final Latest 2025
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At which oblique angle are the cervical intervertebral foramina most clearly visualized in radiographic
imaging?
45 degrees
What is the medical term for a "slipped disk"?
Herniated nucleus pulposus
What is the name of the fibrocartilaginous disc found between vertebral bodies that provides cushioning
and support?
Intervertebral disk
Which vertebral structure articulates with the occipital condyles?
Atlas
Which part of the vertebral column is responsible for supporting the weight of the head?
Cervical spine
, Which spinal condition is described as "bamboo spine"?
Ankylosing spondylitis
Which type of joint characterizes the articulation between adjacent vertebral bodies in the spinal
column?
Cartilaginous
What type of fracture results from avulsion of the spinous processes, typically between C6 and T1
vertebrae
Clay shoveler's fracture
A bowtie artifact on a lateral cervical spine radiograph suggests:
Subluxation of facets
Which spinal pathology is identified by the presence of anteriorly compressed, wedge-shape vertebrae
on imaging?
Compression fracture
What is the most common mechanism of injury responsible for causing a Jefferson fracture of the C1
vertebra?
Axial loading
Update Actual Exam Questions and
Correct Answers Rated A+
At which oblique angle are the cervical intervertebral foramina most clearly visualized in radiographic
imaging?
45 degrees
What is the medical term for a "slipped disk"?
Herniated nucleus pulposus
What is the name of the fibrocartilaginous disc found between vertebral bodies that provides cushioning
and support?
Intervertebral disk
Which vertebral structure articulates with the occipital condyles?
Atlas
Which part of the vertebral column is responsible for supporting the weight of the head?
Cervical spine
, Which spinal condition is described as "bamboo spine"?
Ankylosing spondylitis
Which type of joint characterizes the articulation between adjacent vertebral bodies in the spinal
column?
Cartilaginous
What type of fracture results from avulsion of the spinous processes, typically between C6 and T1
vertebrae
Clay shoveler's fracture
A bowtie artifact on a lateral cervical spine radiograph suggests:
Subluxation of facets
Which spinal pathology is identified by the presence of anteriorly compressed, wedge-shape vertebrae
on imaging?
Compression fracture
What is the most common mechanism of injury responsible for causing a Jefferson fracture of the C1
vertebra?
Axial loading
