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what is posterior arch smiles of anterior arch frowns? when would you see this - on AP open mouth when there is a slight angulation of the atlas with the posterior tubercle being inferior to the anterior tub what is the common appearance of neuromuscular scoliosis? - a long C shaped curve extending from the sacrum to the upper cervical region what is the Hueter-volkmann principle? what type of scoliosis is this most commonly associated with? - with greater curvatures, wedge deformities of ...

what does CALIPER stand for? - collimation, artifacts, landmarks, identification, positioning, exposure techniques, radiographic presentation key rule for oblique skull images - whichever the beam enters first (maxillary or mandible) is the one that is isolated 4 transducer maneuvers - sliding, fanning, pointing/ rolling, rotating 4 steps of patient preparation before an ultrasound - clip, acoustic coupling gel, full bladder, empty stomach spleen is more __________ liver is more _________...

Congenital Block Vertebra - The failure of two or more segments to separate during development. most common at C5/C6, then C2/C3 Agenesis of the posterior arch of C1 - Partial or complete absence of C1 posterior arch. Can develop a megaspinous in C2 to compensate What is the saggital dimension of the spinal column at c1? C2? C3 and down? - 16mm 14mm 12mm (any smaller and there can be problems) McGregor's Line and abnormal measurement - Basilar invagination if dens is more than 4.5 mm a...

Which condition is marked by radiographic findings of severe joint degeneration along with chondrocalcinosis of hyaline and fibrocartilage? - Pyrophosphate Arthropathy Which of the following disorders is associated with monosodium urate crystal deposition in various tissues? - Gout The osseous erosions of rheumatoid arthritis, occurring at areas where pannus has direct contact with bone, are found at the __________. - intraarticular bare areas Metastatic lesions become radiographically app...

Mediastinal lymphadenopathy - Which of the following chest diseases would be best assessed with magnetic resonance imaging, as opposed to computed tomography? Retrosternal clear space within the anterior mediastinum - Knowledge of the different radiographic divisions (mediastinal divisions) of the chest is key to the correct differential diagnosis. The region between the sternum and the anterior heart is called the? "Check-valve" bronchial obstruction/air trapping or pneumothorax - An exp...

Childhood and adolescent clavicle fractures heal without sequelae in up to 95% of cases. In adults the incidence of complications increases. Associated injury to the underlying neuromuscular structures most frequently involves which of the following? - Subclavian artery The radiolucent areas overlying the soft tissues adjacent to the fracture site tell you what about this fracture? - It is an open fracture. What is the most common type of Salter-Harris fracture? - Type II What type of Salt...

osteosarcoma - this lesion is most commonly found between the ages of 10-25 y/o 2:1 M:F enostoma - this lesion is most commonly found between the ages of any age no gender predilection osteoid osteoma - this lesion is most commonly found between the ages of 10-25 y/o 2:1 M:F osteoblastoma - this lesion is most commonly found between the ages of less then 20 y/o 2:1 M:F enchondroma - this lesion is most commonly found between the ages of 10-30 y/o no gender predilection osteochondroma -...

What is the: #2 MC 1° malignancy of bone in children - ewing sarcoma What is related to: picture frame vertebrae - stage 3 paget's Expected abnormal lab findings of MML - SPE --> M-Spike Urinalysis --> Bence Jones Protein CBC --> A:G ratio reversal What is related to: beveled edge - eosinophilic granuloma / Hans-schuller-christian (langerhan's cell histiocytosis) What is related to: Blister-on-bone - Non-ossifying fibroma/fibrous cortical defec What is related to: button ...

What is the pattern of sacroilitis due to Enteropathic Arthritis? - -Bilateral What does Enteropathic Arthritis resemble on radiographs? What can help distinguish the two? - - Resembles ankylosing spondylitis -They have different clinical characteristics What are two gastrointestinal disorders associated with Enteropathic Arthritis? - -Ulcerative colitis -Chron's disease Where in the body might arthralgias be common due to Enteropathic Arthritis? - -Knee -Ankle -Elbow -Wrist Where is ...

Clinical manifestations of HOA are often nonspecific and may simulate various rheumatologic diseases, especially _____. - rheumatoid arthritis Where is Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy most commonly found? - tibia and fibula radius and ulna What is the triad associated with Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy? - peripheral arthritis, digital clubbing, periostitis What is the most common cause of Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy? - bronchogenic carcinoma What is the age/gender predilection for Hypertr...

How does the acetone test work? - acetoacetic acid (diacetic acid) forms a colored complex with nitroprusside when in the presence of glycine and optimum pH provided by buffer Describe the end products, problem organ and TSH levels of: Secondary Hypothyroidism - Decreased T3,T4,FT4 Pituitary Problem Decreased TSH What is TSH, what is it released by and what does it do? - Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, released by the pituitary and stimulates thyroid to make more T3 and T4 Describe the end ...

What can one expect to feel if they are symptomatic due to SCM? - -Insidious onset -Intensifying joint pain -Crepitus/locking What is another name for Synoviochondrometaplasia? - Synovial osteochondromatosis What is the age/sex prevalence for SCM? - -Male 3:1 -30-50 years old What exactly occurs in SCM? - Synovial tissue has metaplastic change to cartilage foci that can calcify (Synovial tissue turns to cartilage, and the cartilage can calcify) Where are the most common locations in the...

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EMTs should have a strong working knowledge of medical terminology in order to: A. determine and document more accurate patient diagnoses. B. more clearly explain to patients the nature of their condition. C. perform and document more accurate patient assessments. D. communicate effectively with other members of the health care team. - D. communicate effectively with other members of the health care team. The ability to understand others and have them understand you is known as __________....

You are transporting a 33-year-old male who was involved in a major motor vehicle crash. You have addressed all immediate and potentially life-threatening conditions and have stabilized his condition with the appropriate treatment. With an estimated time of arrival at the hospital of 20 minutes, you should: - reasses his condition in 5 minutes Which of the following statements regarding nitroglycerin is correct - nitroglycerin usually relieves anginal chest pain within 5 minutes A 29-year-...

A man was found unresponsive in his bed at home. There is no evidence of injury and the patient's medical history is not known. The patient's face is cyanotic, yet the pulse oximeter reads 98%. Which of the following would MOST likely explain this? A. Increased body temperature B. His extremities are cold C. Carbon monoxide poisoning D. Severe pulmonary edema - C. Carbon monoxide poisoning Reassessment is performed to determine all of the following, EXCEPT: A. the patient's response t...

What is the route of administration for the EpiPen auto-injector? a. intravenous b. sublingual c. intraosseous d. intramuscular - d chapter 11 page 458 In _____ administration, you are administering medication to yourself or your partner. a. patient-assisted b. peer-assisted c. EMT-administered d. paramedic-administered - b chapter 11 page 463 Which of the following statements regarding the metered-dose inhaler (MDI) is correct? a. MDIs are contraindicated for patients with asthma o...

Scene Size Up includes - assessing the scene for safety, noting the number of patients, noting potential hazards and calling for additional help if needed. You have a 45 y/o male involved in a major MVA. He c/o pain to the chest and dyspnea. The anterior chest wall is bruised and tender, weak radial pulses are present and the last three blood pressure measurements show narrowing pulse pressure. You should suspect a: _________________________ and your interventions should include: __________...

The patient care report (PCR) ensures: - continuity of care Which of the following statements regarding the Good Samaritan law is correct? It provides the EMT immunity from a lawsuit. B. The law does not protect EMTs who are off duty. C. It will not protect the EMT in cases of gross negligence. D. It guarantees that the EMT will not be held liable if he or she is sued. - it will not protect the EMT in cases of gross negligence. According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (O...