The medial oblique view is not a standard projection of the elbow, however helpful when occult fractures of the coronoid process are suspected.
Term Fracture of the wrist in which the distal radius is fractured with the distal fragment displaced posteriorly resulting from a foward fall on an outstretched arm: | | Definition |
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Term Which projections require that the shoulder be placed in internal rotation? | | Definition AP internal rotation of shoulder and AP lateral rotation humerus. | |
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Term Which projection is most likely to demostrate the carpal pisiform free of superimposition? | | Definition |
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Term The ridge that marks the bifurcation of the trachea into right and left primary bronchi is: | | Definition |
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Term What structures articulates with the bases of the metatarsals? | | Definition 1, 2, and 3 metarsals:3 cuneiforms, 4 and 5 with the cuboid | |
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Term The coronoid process should be visualized in profile in which of the following positions? | | Definition AP oblique: Medial Rotation Elbow | |
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Term To best visualize the lower ribs, the exposure should be made: | | Definition |
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Term What are demonstrated in the AP projection of the cervical spine? | | Definition C3-T2 or T3 vertebral bodies: space b/w pedicles and intervertebral disk spaces clearly seen. | |
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Term What fx classifications best describes one fracture composed of several fragments? | | Definition |
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Term A lateral projection of the hand in extension is often recommended to evaluate: | | Definition |
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Term X-ray film identification markers should include: | | Definition R and L markers, Patient ID, date, and facility name | |
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Term What criteria is used to evaluate a PA projection of the chest? | | Definition SC joints symmetrical, Sufficient shoulder rotation to prevent superimposition of scapulae over lung fields. | |
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Term In the posterior oblique position of the cervical spine, the intervertebral foramina best seen are those: | | Definition |
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Term In the lateral projection of the foot the: | | Definition metatarsals are superimposed, tibiotalor jt is seen, plantar surface is vertical to IR. | |
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Term The ulna articulates with what portion of the humerus to help form the elbow jt? | | Definition |
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Term What position/projection will separate the radial head, neck, and tuberosity from superimposition on the ulna? | | Definition External Rotation: oblique | |
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Term The 2 palpable bony landmarks generally used for accurate localization of the hip are the: | | Definition |
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Term Statement completions the oblique positions of the chest: | | Definition Right atrium:60*LAO-Heart and great vessels:60*LAO-Best for left lung:45*RAO | |
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Term What projections will best demonstrate the tarsal navicular free of superimposition? | | Definition AP oblique Lateral Rotation:Foot | |
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Term In the lateral projection of the knee, the: | | Definition Femoral condyles are superimposed, patelofemoral articulation, flex knee 20-30*. | |
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Term The apophyseal articuations of the thoracic spine are demonstrated with the: | | Definition Obliques:20* from perpendicular-70* from table | |
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Term Radiographic examination of the AC joints: | | Definition with/without weights-14x17, 7x17 bilateral 8x10unilateral | |
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Term What is most likely to be the correct routine for a radiographic examination of a forearm? | | Definition |
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Term The scapular Y projection of the shoulder demonstrates: | | Definition Oblique of shoulder, humeral head, and glenoid cavity | |
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Term The plane that passes vertically through the body, dividing it into anterior and posterior halves is termed: | | Definition |
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Term Which bony landmark is the same transverse plane as the syphysis pubis? | | Definition |
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Term Which vertebral group forms lordotic curves? | | Definition |
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Term Which projections will best demonstrate the carpal navicular? | | Definition Ulnar flexion, and stecher method | |
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Term In the lateral projection of the ankle, the: | | Definition talotibial jt, tibialtalor jt, superimposed tib/fib, and base of 5th metatarsal | |
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Term Which position/projections can be used to demonstrate the intercondyloid fossa? | | Definition Camp conventry, Holmblad, and Beclere | |
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Term The body habitus characterized by a long and narrow thoracic cavity and low, midline stomach and gallbladder is the : | | Definition |
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Term Which is recommended to demonstrate small amounts of air within the peritoneal cavity? | | Definition |
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Term In which projection is the talofibular joint best demonstrated? | | Definition |
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Term Movement of a part away from the midline of the body is termed: | | Definition |
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Term Which of the positions will demonstrate right axillary ribs? | | Definition |
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Term Which patient positions will best demonstrate the SC joints? | | Definition PA projection and Anterior oblique positions:RAO and LAO | |
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Term During chest radiography, the act of inspiration: | | Definition diaphragm depresses, ribs expand, abdominal viscera moves down. | |
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Term Which bones participates in the formation of the acetabulum? | | Definition |
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Term With the patient recumbent and the CR directed horizontally, the patient is said to be in the: | | Definition |
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Term Which positions would be obtained with the patient lying prone recumbent on the radiographic table, and the CR directed horizontally to the iliac crest? | | Definition |
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Term Which positions will best demonstrate the left axillary portion of the ribs? | | Definition |
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Term Which bones participate in the formation of the knee jt? | | Definition |
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Term In the posterior oblique position of the cervical spine, the CR should be directed: | | Definition |
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Term Which positions will best demonstrate the left apophyseal articulations of the lumbar vertebrae? | | Definition |
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Term To better demonstrate the ribs below the diaphragm, the patient is instructed to: | | Definition suspend respiration on expiration | |
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Term Which tube angle and direction combinations is correct for an axial projection of the clavicle, with the patient in the AP recumbent position on the x-ray table? | | Definition 15-30*cephalad or 25-30*laying down. thin people need more angle-10-15* more. | |
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Term Which procedures use quiet, shallow breathing during the exposure to obliterate prominant pulmonary vascular markings? | | Definition Breathing technique-Lateral t-spine | |
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Term The sternoclavicular joints will be best demonstrated in which of the following positions? | | Definition PA and oblique with chin on table. | |
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Term The carpal navicular (scaphoid) may be demonstrated in which projection(s) of the wrist? | | Definition Ulnar deviation or stecher | |
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Term The AP oblique projection (medial rotation) of the elbow demonstrates: | | Definition |
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Term which surface of the forearm must be adjacent to the film in order to obtain a lateral projection of the 4th finger with optimal recorded detail? | | Definition AP rather than PA-radius and ulna cross over each other. | |
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Term Which anatomy is (are) demonstrated in the lateral projection of the cervical spine? | | Definition Cervical vertebral bodies, intervertebral joint spaces, articular pillars, spinous processes, and zygapophyseal joints. | |
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Term With the patient supine, the left side of the pelvis elevated 25*, and the CR entering 1" medial to the ASIS, which of the following is demonstrated? | | Definition |
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Term To better demonstrate the interphalangeal joints of the toes, which procedures may be employed? | | Definition 15*posterior, 15-20* wedge | |
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Term An accurately positioned oblique projection of the 1st-4th lumbar vertebrae will demonstrate the classic "scottie dog". What bony structure does the scottie dog's neck represent? | | Definition |
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Term It is essential to question female patients of childbearing age regarding the: | | Definition |
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Term The RAO position is used to project the sternum to the left of the thoracic vertebrae in order to take advantage of: | | Definition |
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Term Which of the following is the most proximal structure on the adult ulna? | | Definition |
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Term Which position/projection is used to obtain a lateral projection of the upper humerus on the patient unable to abduct their arm? | | Definition Transthoracic Lateral Projection:humerus Trauma Lawrence method | |
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Term Which projections require that the shoulder be placed in external rotation? | | Definition |
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Term Describe the AP projection of the knee and anatomy demonstrated: | | Definition Pelvis not tilted, 1"inferior to apex | |
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Term The AP projection of the sacrum requires the CR to be directed: | | Definition 15* cephalad 2" superior to symphysis pubis | |
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Term An axial projection of the clavicle is often helpful in demonstrating a fracture not visualized using a perpendicular CR. When examining the clavicle in the AP position, how is the CR directed for the axial projection? | | Definition |
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Term The RAO of the cervical spine requires which of the following combinations of tube angle and direction? | | Definition |
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Term Which shoulder projections may be used to evaluate the lesser tubercle in profile? | | Definition |
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Term A joint formed by the anterior end of a rib cartilage and the notch on the lateral margin of the sternum would be correctly called which of the following? | | Definition costosternal or sternocostal | |
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Term The largets tarsal bone in the foot is: | | Definition calcaneus, os calcis, and heel | |
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Term Which anatomy should not be seen in an AP radiograph of the hip if the lower extremity is rotated correctly? | | Definition |
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Term The patient is in a 45 degree oblique LPO position. There is a 15* cephalic angle on the tube and the CR is centered to C4. Which anatomic part is visualized? | | Definition Right Intervertebral Foramina | |
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Term What are the optimal breathing instructions to a cooperative patient to facilitate better visualization of the odontoid on a radiograph? | | Definition Say ah. Drop lower jaw as much as possible. | |
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Term The 1st pair of ribs articulates with the _____ of the sternum. | | Definition |
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Term What are the bones in the palm of the hand called? | | Definition |
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Term A pediatric patient presents to the radiology department with a 2-bone fracutre of the forearm, which 2 bones are involved? | | Definition |
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Term Where is the CR directed for an upright KUB? | | Definition |
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Term For demonstration of the radial head, how would you position the part if the extremity was casted? | | Definition AP partial flexion and lateral | |
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Term What type of fracture is demonstrated in several pieces? | | Definition |
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Term What is the rounded process on the proximal, lateral aspect of the femur called? | | Definition |
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Term The majority of the ribs articulate posteriorly with a thoracic vertebra at the: | | Definition |
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Term The term for movement away from the body's midline is: | | Definition |
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Term What is another name for the first cervical vertebrae? | | Definition |
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