ARRT Practice Questions with correct answers

For the cervicothoracic region lateral projection (swimmer's technique), the recommended position of the humeral head closest to the IR is move CORRECT ANSWER anteriorly What two bones are united to form the sternoclavicular joint? CORRECT ANSWER . Clavicle and sternum A radiographic contrast medium that absorbs more radiation than the organ in which it is placed is termed a(n) CORRECT ANSWER Positive agent Which radiographic projection of the shoulder joint will demonstrate the glenoid cavity in profile? CORRECT ANSWER AP oblique (Grashey method) What is the primary factor affecting the brightness of the fluoroscopic image? CORRECT ANSWER Density of the anatomic part Which part(s) of the humerus should be palpated and correctly placed to ensure that the humerus is correctly positioned for AP projections? CORRECT ANSWER Epicondyles Underexposed radiographs produced while using an AEC device might result from: CORRECT ANSWER Having an insufficient backup time set for a very large patient