LRA 213 Questions and Answers | Latest
Update | 2024/2025 | Already Passed
A correctly positioned lateral chest radiograph demonstrates some separation of the posterior ribs
due to the divergence of the beam. But a separation of greater than ________ cm indicates
objectionable rotation from a...
LRA 213 Questions and Answers | Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Alr eady Passed A correctly positioned lateral chest radiograph demonstrates some separation of the posterior ribs due to the divergence of the beam. But a separation of greater than ________ cm indicates objectionable rotation from a true lateral. ✔✔1 A well -inspired av erage adult chest PA projection will have a minimum of _________ posterior ribs seen above the diaphragm. ✔✔10 Air of gas that escapes into the pleural cavity results in a condition known as: ✔✔pneumothorax An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomi nal cavity is called: ✔✔ascites An important anatomic landmark that is commonly used to locate the center of the abdomen is the: ✔✔iliac crest As a general rule, the use of high kVp requires the use of a grid during chest radiography. ✔✔T Free air in th e intraabdominal cavity rises to the level of the _______________ in a patient who is in the erect position. ✔✔diaphragm In which region or compartment of the abdomen is the pancreas located? ✔✔retroperitoneal In which region or compartment of the perito neum is the spleen located? ✔✔intraperitoneum List the three structures that make up the bony thorax. ✔✔sternum, thoracic vertebrae, and 12 pairs of ribs No lead shielding is necessary for male patients or women greater than age 65 during radiographic im aging of the chest. ✔✔False Of the following factors, which one is most crucial to demonstrate possible air and fluid levels in the chest? ✔✔patient in erect or decubitus position Of the following positioning actions, which one will remove the majority o f the scapula from the lung fields? ✔✔Roll the shoulders forward
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