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ARRT EXAM PREP 4 Questions with Detailed
Verified Answers
Question: The inferior articular processes of C1 articulate with the:
Ans✅ ✅: superior articular processes of C2.
Question: During an axiolateral projection/Danelius-Miller method of
the hip, the radiographer should place the
image receptor so that the receptor is:
Ans✅ ✅: parallel to the femoral neck.
Question: In the Scapular Y, or PA oblique, projection of the shoulder,
projection of the patient's humeral head
beneath the acromion indicates ________ dislocation.
Ans✅ ✅: posterior
Question: Radiologic technologists often are involved in patient
education. Which of the following methods does
NOT effectively communicate material to the patient?
Ans✅ ✅: Explain the material in as few steps as possible.
Question: Which ankle projection requires the intermalleolar plane to be
parallel with the image receptor?
Ans✅ ✅: AP oblique, 15° to 20° medial rotation
Question: If kVp is held constant, which set of factors would result in
the LEAST intense receptor exposure?
Ans✅ ✅: 32 mAs; 7-in x 8.5-in field size
Question: ________ ratio compares signal intensity difference between
2 regions of interest to noise.
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Ans✅ ✅: Contrast-to-noise
Question: The ________ on the lumbar vertebra is located posterior to
the transverse process and anterior to the spinous process.
Ans✅ ✅: lamina
Question: ________ and ________ are laboratory values for
nonprotein nitrogenous waste products that are excreted by the kidneys
and can provide pertinent information regarding kidney function before
administration of iodinated contrast media.
Ans✅ ✅: Blood, urea, and nitrogen(BUN); creatinine
Question: Which x-ray circuit component allows electrons to flow in one
direction only?
Ans✅ ✅: rectifier
Question: Which parts of the anatomy should be seen on a radiograph
taken as a lateral projection of the scapula?
Ans✅ ✅: acromion, coracoid process, and body of the scapula
Question: For a lateral projection of the bladder during a retrograde
cystogram, the central ray enters:
Ans✅ ✅: at the midcoronal plane and 2 inches above the upper border of the pubic
symphysis.
Question: Some radiology departments might use ureteral compression
during intravenous urography to:
Ans✅ ✅: allow sufficient contrast filling of the renal pelvises and calyces.
Question: ________ consent does NOT require a signed statement by
the patient.
Ans✅ ✅: Implied
Question: What instructions for respiration are given to a patient when
obtaining an image of upper ribs with an
ARRT EXAM PREP 4 Questions with Detailed
Verified Answers
Question: The inferior articular processes of C1 articulate with the:
Ans✅ ✅: superior articular processes of C2.
Question: During an axiolateral projection/Danelius-Miller method of
the hip, the radiographer should place the
image receptor so that the receptor is:
Ans✅ ✅: parallel to the femoral neck.
Question: In the Scapular Y, or PA oblique, projection of the shoulder,
projection of the patient's humeral head
beneath the acromion indicates ________ dislocation.
Ans✅ ✅: posterior
Question: Radiologic technologists often are involved in patient
education. Which of the following methods does
NOT effectively communicate material to the patient?
Ans✅ ✅: Explain the material in as few steps as possible.
Question: Which ankle projection requires the intermalleolar plane to be
parallel with the image receptor?
Ans✅ ✅: AP oblique, 15° to 20° medial rotation
Question: If kVp is held constant, which set of factors would result in
the LEAST intense receptor exposure?
Ans✅ ✅: 32 mAs; 7-in x 8.5-in field size
Question: ________ ratio compares signal intensity difference between
2 regions of interest to noise.
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Ans✅ ✅: Contrast-to-noise
Question: The ________ on the lumbar vertebra is located posterior to
the transverse process and anterior to the spinous process.
Ans✅ ✅: lamina
Question: ________ and ________ are laboratory values for
nonprotein nitrogenous waste products that are excreted by the kidneys
and can provide pertinent information regarding kidney function before
administration of iodinated contrast media.
Ans✅ ✅: Blood, urea, and nitrogen(BUN); creatinine
Question: Which x-ray circuit component allows electrons to flow in one
direction only?
Ans✅ ✅: rectifier
Question: Which parts of the anatomy should be seen on a radiograph
taken as a lateral projection of the scapula?
Ans✅ ✅: acromion, coracoid process, and body of the scapula
Question: For a lateral projection of the bladder during a retrograde
cystogram, the central ray enters:
Ans✅ ✅: at the midcoronal plane and 2 inches above the upper border of the pubic
symphysis.
Question: Some radiology departments might use ureteral compression
during intravenous urography to:
Ans✅ ✅: allow sufficient contrast filling of the renal pelvises and calyces.
Question: ________ consent does NOT require a signed statement by
the patient.
Ans✅ ✅: Implied
Question: What instructions for respiration are given to a patient when
obtaining an image of upper ribs with an