Limited Scope Study Guide- Chest Module Test Questions And Answers 100% Pass.
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Limited Scope Study Guide- Chest Module
Test Questions And Answers 100% Pass.
What structure separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal arch? - AnswerThe diphragm
Which of the following organs are found within the mediastinum? - AnswerHeart and trachea
Three lobes are present in which lun...
Limited Scope Study Guide- Chest Module
Test Questions And Answers 100% Pass.
What structure separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal arch? - Answer✔The diphragm
Which of the following organs are found within the mediastinum? - Answer✔Heart and trachea
Three lobes are present in which lung(s)? - Answer✔The right lung
What is the name of the upper portion of the lung? - Answer✔Apex
The inferior lateral corners of the lungs, visible on a PA chest radiograph, are called the: -
Answer✔Costophrenic angles
When taking a PA projection of the chest, the recommended source-image receptor distance
(SID) is: - Answer✔72 inches (183 cm.)
What is the purpose of the 72-inch SID used for chest radiography? - Answer✔Minimizes
magnification of the heart shadow
Which of the following describe the importance of using an upright position for chest
radiography? - Answer✔The upright position demonstrates air-fluid levels. The upright position
allows maximum lung expansion. The upright portion minimizes magnification of the the heart.
In chest radiography, which body habitus is best imaged by placing the 14 X 17-inch (35 X 43-
cm) image receptor (IR) crosswise in the upright grid cabinet? - Answer✔Hypersthenic
Which of the following techniques is desirable for chest radiography? - Answer✔High
kilovoltage (kVp), high milliamperage (mA), and short exposure time.
What is the purpose of rotating the patient's shoulders anteriorly for the PA projection of the
chest? - Answer✔This motion rotates the scapulae out of the lungs.
Where does the central ray enter the patient for the upright, PA projection of the chest? -
Answer✔Midsagittal plane at the level of T7
What is the proper placement of the arms for the upright lateral projection of the chest? -
Answer✔Arms raised over the head with the hands grasping opposite elbows.
What are the proper patient instructions for the PA projection of the chest? - Answer✔Stop
breathing after the second deep inspiration.
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