Lateral projection - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

When comparing the MLO projection to the Lateral projection, a _____________ lesion will move higher on the Lateral from its position on the MLO. a. medial b. lateral c. inferior d. anterior a. medial the LIQ is free of superimposition of other quadrants in which projection? a. CC b. RM (rolled medial) c. RL (rolled lateral) d. MLO d. MLO to include more tissue on a CC projection when a patient has kyphosis, have the patient:

CT Registry Review (MIC) Questions and Answers Rated 100% In order for an x-ray photon to be measured it must: 1. enter the detector chamber 2. be absorbed by the detector material 3. be converted to a measurable event *ANS* 1,2,3 Which system component converts the projection attenuation data into the proper digital form for the array processor? *ANS* analog-to-digital converter Which of the following is NOT a function of a PACS system? a. reconstruction of the image from the raw d...

RADIOLOGY EXAM REVIEW [ARRT] – QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS A+ GRADED *Appleton & Lange Review For The Radiography Exam ARRT Section 2.) Radiographic Procedures Which of the following positions will provide an AP projection of the L5-S1 interspace? (A) Patient AP with 30 to 35º angle cephalad (B) Patient AP with 30 to 35º angle caudad (C) Patient AP with 0º angle (D) Patient lateral, coned to L5 - ANS-(A) Patient AP with 30 to 35º angle cephalad Which of the following ana...

LRA 220 Questions and Answers 100% Pass How much central ray (CR) angulation (if any) should be used for an AP projection of the toes? 10° to 15° toward calcaneus T/F A correctly positioned AP 45° medial oblique ankle projection frequently may also demonstrate a fracture of the base of the fifth metatarsal if present. True Which of the following projections of the ankle will best demonstrate the open joint space of the lateral aspect of the ankle joint? AP mortise projection To decrease t...

CaMrT study set Questions and Answers 100% Pass Small pneumothorax: what additional image to the routine pictures? - Answer-PA inspiration, PA expiration, Lateral (or lateral decub with affected lung UP) AEC not recommeneded - for expiration should be increased by 1/3 of that used for inspiration images Pneumothorax picture in PA inspo: what additional image to the routine pictures? - Answer-PA Expiration.... or lateral decub with affected lung up (air rising to the highest point in the ...

A MRI procedure is contraindicated for a patient who has: a. a pacemaker that was placed 15 years ago b. dental fillings c. subdural bleeding d. scoliosis -Correct Answer A A PA chest image reveals that only eight ribs are seen above the diaphragm. Which of the following suggestions would improve the inspirtations of lungs? a. use higher kV to penetrate the diaphragm b. perform the chest position supine c. take the exposure on the second inspiration rather than on first d. use a short...

The first general rule in diagnostic radiology suggest that a minimum of ______ projections be taken _______ degrees from each other as possible are required for most radiographic procedures. - Answer-2 projections; 90 degrees The direction or path of the central ray of the x-ray beam defines the following positioning term: - Answer-Projection A patient is erect with their back to the IR. The left side of the body is turned 45 degrees toward the IR. What is this position? - Answer-Left pos...

What is the correct term used to describe an intravenous injection of a concentrated volume of contrast media? a. bolus b. infusion c. extravasation d. luminal - Answer a. bolus Which of the following methods utilizes a detector that captures x-ray energy and converts it into an electronic signal? a. indirect capture b. CCD c. cassette based radiography d. direct capture - Answer d. direct capture The energy of a characteristic x-ray photon created when an L shell electron fills a K ...

If there are no teeth to serve as guides, which of the following landmarks indicates a maxillary molar area radiograph? A. Mental foramen B. Incisive foramen C. Internal oblique ridge D. Tuberosity - Answer D. Tuberosity The American Dental Association recommends that radiographs be mounted with the embossed dots A. at the apices. B. on the occlusal surface. C. towards the center. D. all facing in the same direction. - Answer D. all facing in the same direction. When executing ...

LMRT COMBINED SET QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS Which surface of the hand should be should be in contact with the IR for the lateral projection of the fifth (pinky) digit? - Answer-The medial surface Where is the CR center point for the PA projection of the second digit ? - Answer-Proximal interphalangeal joint Where is the CR center point of for the AP projection of the thumb? - Answer-MCP joint What is the position of the thumb on a PA projection of the hand? - Answer-Oblique Which proj...