Mosby CT questions with correct answers

The primary advantage of an isotropic MDCT data set is: A. reduced scan time. B. increased signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). C. improved raw data convolution. D. high-quality multiplanar reformations (MPRs). CORRECT ANSWER D In a female patient, gonadal shielding may be applied during which of the following CT examinations?1. Chest2. Abdomen3. Brain A. 3 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 CORRECT ANSWER D The quantity of radiation dose received by the patient from a series of CT scans is referred to as the: A. MSAD. B. XCAL. C. CTDI. D. MTF. CORRECT ANSWER A Which of the following technical characteristics of a CT system does NOT directly affect patient dose? A. Source-to-detector distance B. Filtration C. Detector efficiency