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Rad 370 Exam 2 with CompleteSolutions
Abdominal regions Correct Ans-R/L hypochondriac
Epigastric
R/L lumbar (lateral)
Umbilical
R/L iliac (inguinal)
Pubic (hypogastric)
What are the 7 topographical landmarks of the abdomen? Correct Ans-1. xiphoid process
(T9/10): superior margin of abdomen
2. inferior costal rib margin (L2/3): gall bladder and stomach
3. Iliac crest (L4/5): most common and mid abdomen
4. Anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS): slightly inferior abdomen
5. Greater trochanter: superior to symphysis pubis
6. Symphysis Pubis: inferior margin of abdomen
7. ischial tubrosity: inferior to symphysis pubis
Why use shortest exposure time possible for abdominal xray? Correct Ans-to minimize
motion
Abdominal xrays are exposed on inspiration or expiration? Correct Ans-expiration
Why are good radiation protection practices especially important in abdominal
imaging? Correct Ans-close to radiosensitive reproductive organs
, Exposure factors of abdomen Correct Ans-70-80 kVp
Grid
short exposure time
Good ab image shows Correct Ans-faint outline of psoas muscles
kidney outlines
lower liver margin
lumbar vertebrae
KUB aka flat plate/ plain abdomen Correct Ans-kidneys, ureters, bladder
3 way abdomen series Correct Ans-PA chest
KUB
Upright Abdomen
Exposure factors KUB Correct Ans-40" SID
Supine
CR to: iliac crest, midsagittal
Must have 1/3 of symphysis pubis and inferior ribs
What items can be used to make geriatric patients more comfortable? Correct Ans-blankets
extra radiolucent padding
clear instructions
Pediatric patient info Correct Ans-short exposure time, reduce mAs and kVp
and collimate
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