In which of the following positions/projections will the talocalcaneal joint be visualized?

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In order to demonstrate the first two cervical vertebra in the AP projection, the patient is positioned in what position?

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distal radius fx posteriorly displaced

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In which positions/projections will the talocalcaneal joint be visualized?

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lateral foot, calcaneous, ankle, plantodorsal

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Which projection requires that the sholder be placed in internal rotation?

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lateral humerus, elbow, and internal rotation shoulder

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What structures are part of the bony thorax?

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sternum, thoracic spine, 12 pair of ribs

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Which projection is most likely to demonstrate the carpal pisiform without superompositon?

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carpal tunnel, ganor hart, AP oblique

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Which projections of the ankle would best demonstrate the distal tibiofibular joint?

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AP oblique 45 degree medial rotation

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The ridge that marks the bifurcation of the trachea into the right and left bronchi

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For the AP projection of the scapula

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arm is abducted 90 degrees and flexed 90 degrees, CR centered 2 inches inferior to coracoid process

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Whats structures articulate with the base of the metatarsals?

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1st, 2nd, 3rd cuneiforms and the cuboid

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What structures are demonstrated in the lateral projection of the cervical spine?

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The coronoid process should be visualized in profile in which of the following positions?

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Which projections of the abdomen may be used to demonstrate air or fluid levels?

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left lateral decubitus, dorsal decubitus, upright abdomen

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To best visualize the lower ribs the exposure should be made:

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with the patient lying supine, on full expiration, high kVp

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What are the characteristics of the hypersthenic body habitus?

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massively built, shallow from top to bottom, deep from front to back

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What is demonstrated on the AP projection of the cervical spine?

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C3-T2, vertebral bodies, space btw pedicles and intervertebral joint spaces, transverse processes, and spinous processes in midline

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When examining a patient, whose elbow is in partial flexion, how should the AP projection be obtained?

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perform partial flexion series with humerus parallel to IR, then forearm parallel to IR

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Which fracture classifications best describes one fracture composed of several fragments?

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Which should the patient be instructed to remove prior to an xray of the chest?

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shirt, bra, piercings or jewelry in the chest and abdomen, necklaces, dangling earrings

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A lateral projection of the hand in extension is often recommended to evaluate?

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What is recommended when positioning the patient for a lateral projection of the chest?

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raise arms completely above head, lift chin

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xray film identification markers inculde:

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date, R or L, tech initials, facility

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In which projection of the foot are the sinus tarsi, cuboid, and tuberosity of the 5th metatarsal best demonstrated?

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What criteria is used to evaluate a PA projection of the chest?

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entire lung from apices to costophrenic angles, 10 ribs, air filled trachea from T1 down, hilum, heart shadow, bony thorax

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Which of the following is an important consideration in order to avoid excessive metacarpophalangeal joint overlap in the oblique projection of the hand?

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use a 45 degree sponge, do not over or under rotate

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In the posterior oblique positon of the cervical spine, the intervertebral foramina best seen are those:

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Which criteria are required for visualization of the greater tuberosity in profile?

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humerus in lateral position, external rotation

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In the lateral position of the foot:

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the lateral edge of the foot is placed  parallel to the IR, knee slightly flexed, entire foot is demonstrated w/ 1 inch of distal tib/fib, metarsals nearly superimposed, tibiotalor joint

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What should be performed to rule out subluxation or fracture of the cervical spine?

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The ulna articulates with what portion of the humerus to help form the elbow joint?

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The pars interarticulars is represented by what part of the scotty dog seen in a correctly positioned oblique lumber spine?

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What position/projection will separate the radial head, neck, and tuberosity from superimposition on the ulna?

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Which structures are demonstrated in the lateral projection of the thoracic spine?

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The two palpable bony landmarks generally used to accurately positon the hip are?

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symphysis pubis, and ASIS

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What is used to evaluate the shoulder in its anatomic position?

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greater tuberosity in profile

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Oblique positions of the chest

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60 degress LAO - heart and great vessels, right atrium

45 degrees RAO - left lung

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The pedicle is represented by what part of the scotty dog seen on an accuratley positioned oblique of the lumbar spine?

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Which porjections will best demonstrate the tarsal navicular free of superimposition?

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What are the components of a trimalleolar fracture?

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fractures of the medial, lateral, and posterior malleoli

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In the lateral projection of the knee:

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patient is lying on affected side with unaffected leg forward, knee flexed 20-30 degrees, femoral epocondyles superimposed, patella in lateral profile

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Which positions is used to demonstrate vertical patellar fractures and the femoropatellar articulation?

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lateral patella, PA patella, hughston

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The apophyseal articulations of the thoracic spine are demonstrated with what position?

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Which position/projection is used to evaluate the glenohumeral joint?

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Grashey, inferosuperior, Scap Y

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Radiograhic examination of the AC joints:

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w/ and w/o weights, both joints on one film, entire clavicles including SC joints

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A patient lying down is said to be:

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What is most likely to be the correct routine for a radiographic examination of the forearm?

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The uppermost portion of the iliac crest is approximately at the same level as:

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The scapular Y projection of the shoulder demonstrates:

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subluxation of the glenohumeral joint, acromion, coracoid process

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The 5th metacarpal is located on which aspect of the hand?

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The plane that passes vertically through the body, dividing it into anterior and posterior halves is:

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Which is recommended in order to better demostrate the tarsometatarsal joints in the dorsoplantar projection of the foot?

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10 degree posterior angle

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Which bony landmark is in the same transverse plane as the symphysis pubis?

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Which will best demonstrate AC joint separation?

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AP AC joints with weights

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Which vertebral groups form the lordotic curves?

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With which of the following does the trapezium articulate?

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trapezoid, scaphoid, amnd 1st metacarpal

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Which projection will best demonstrate the carpal navicular?

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modified stetcher method, ulnar devation

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The manubrial notch is approximately at the same level as:

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In the lateral projection of the ankle the:

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the lateral side of the foot parallel to IR, 1/3 of distal tib/fib, talus, calcaneous will be in profile, tuberosity of 5th metatarsal, cuboid, and navicular will be visualized

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Which positions is required to demonstrate small amounts of air in the plueral cavity?

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PA chest, Lat chest, decubitus affected side down

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Which position/projection can be used to demonstrate the intercondyloid fossa?

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Camp-Coventry, Holmblad, Beclere

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In the lateral projection of the knee, the CR is angles 5 degrees cephalad in order to prevent superimposition of which of the following structures on the joint space?

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The body habitus characterized by a long narrow thoracic cavity and low, midline stomach and gallbladder is the:

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In the lateral position of the scapula, the:

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to view the body of the scapula arm is placed across chest

to view the acromion or coracoid arm is behind back

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Which is recommended to demonstrate small amounts of air with in the peritoneal cavity?

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PA chest, upright abdomen, KUB

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Which is valid criteria for a lateral projection of the forearm?

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olecranon process in profile, complete radius and ulna, slight superimposition of heads and bases of radius and ulna

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In which projection is the talofibular joint best demonstrated?

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AP oblique mortise, AP oblique ankle

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Which projections of the elbow should demonstrate the coronoid process free of superimposition & the olecranon process within the olecranon fossa?

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Movement of a part away from the midline of the body is termed:

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The term that refers to parts closer to the source or beginning is:

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Which of the positions will demonstrate the right axillary ribs?

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The location of the sacrum varies in the lateral position due to individual pelvic curves. The sacrum is located:

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distal part of the spine, located in pelvic region posteriorly

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Which patient positions will best demonstrate the SC joints?

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narrow, deep, less flared, acute pubic arch, narrow, heart shaped inlet

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During chest radiography, the act of inspiration:

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fills lungs with air, depresses diaphragm to best visualize entire lung field

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The manubrial notch, a bony landmark used in radiography of the SC joints, is located at the same level as:

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Which bones participates in the formation of the acetabulum:

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ilium, ischium, and pubis

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The AP projection of the sacrum requires that the CR be directed:

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midway between the ASIS and symphysis pubis, 15 degrees cephalad

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With the patient recumbent and the CR directed horizontally, the patient is said to be in the:

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Which precautions should be observed when radiograohing a patient who has sustained a traumatic injury to the hip?

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do not rotate or flex the hip

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Which positions would be obtained with the patient lying prone recumbent on the radiographic table, and the CR directed horizontally to the iliac crest?

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In the AP projection of the ankle, what anatomy is seen and how is it positioned?

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Which positions best demonstrate the left axillary portion of the ribs?

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What articulates with the base of the first metatarsal?

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Which bones participate in the formation of the knee joint?

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The medial oblique projection of the elbow demonstrates the:

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coronoid process in profile, the olecranon process within the olecranon fossa, (bunny face)

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In the posterior oblique position of the cervical spine, the CR should be directed:

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Posterior displacement of a tibial fracture would be best demonstrated in the:

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Which positions would best demonstrate the left apophyseal articulations of the lumbar vertebra?

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The short thick processes that project posteriorly from the vertebral body are the:

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To better demonstrate ribs below the diaphragm, the patient is instructed to:

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lie down supine, completely exhale

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Which projection of the calcaneous is obtained with the leg extended, plantar surface of the foot vertical and perpendicular to the film, and CR directed 40 degrees caudad?

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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 xray table?

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A lateral projection of the elbow should demonstrate:

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the olecranon process in profile, radial head superimposed over ulna, humeral epicondyles superimposed

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Which procedures use quiet, shallow breathing during the exposure to obliterate prominent pulmonary vascular markings?

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lateral thoracic spine, and RAO sternum

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The best projection to demonstrate the articular surfaces of the femoropatellar articulation is the:

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sunrise (settegast or hughston)

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The sternoclavicular joints will be best demonstrated in which of the following positions?

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With the patient positioned on the radiographic table in the Camp-Coventry position, how should the CR be directed in order to best demonstrate the intercondyloid fossa?

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The carpal navicular (scaphoid) may be demonstrated in which projection of the wrist?

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ulnar deviation, modified stetcher method

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Free air in the abdominal cavity is best demonstrated in which of the following?

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The AP oblique projection (medial rotation) of the elbow demonstrates?

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the coronoid process in profile, olecranon process seated within olecranon fossa, (bunny face)

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The greater tubercle should be visualized in profile in which of the following?

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lateral humerus, AP forearm, external rotation shoulder

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Which surface of the forearm must be adjacent to the film in order to obtain a lateral projection of the fourth finger with optimal recorded detail?

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The AP axial projection of the pulmonary apices requires the CR to be directed?

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Which anatomy is demonstrated in the lateral projection of the cervical spine?

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What is the evaluation criteria for a PA chest for heart and lungs?

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entire lungs from apices to costophrenic angles, air-filled trachea, 10 ribs

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With the patient supine, the left side of the pelvis elevated 25 degrees, and the CR entering 1 inch medial to the ASIS, which of the following is demonstrated?

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Which are valid criteria for a lateral projection of the forearm?

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olecranon process in profile, radial head, neck, and tuberosity slightly superimposed over ulna, entire radius and ulna including carpals

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To better demonstrate the interphalangeal joints of the toes, which procedures may be employed?

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15 degree posterior angle

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Which is located on the proximal aspect of the femur?

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greater trochanter, femoral head, femoral neck, lesser trochanter

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An accurately positioned oblique projection of the 1st-4th lumber vertebra will demonstrate the classic "scotty-dog." What bony structure does the scotty dog's neck represent?

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Which positions would demonstrate the right lumber apophyseal articulations closest to the film?

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It is essential to question female patients of childbearing age regarding the:

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Gonadal shielding should be provided for male patients in which exams?

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The RAO position is used to project the sternum to the left of the thoracic vertebrae in order to take advantage of the:

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In the 15 degree medial oblique projection of the ankle the:

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open talotibular joint, distal tibia and fibula, open tibiofibular joint

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Which of the following is the most proximal structure on the adult ulna?

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What is the best position/projection to demonstrate the longitudinal arch of the foot?

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Which position/projection is used to obtain a lateral projection of the upper humerus on patients unable to abduct their arm?

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Which anatomy is located on the distal aspect of the humerus?

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humeral condyles, capitulum, trochlea, coronoid fossa

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Which projections require that the shoulder be placed in external rotaion?

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lateral humerus, external rotation shoulder, AP forearm

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Which anatomy is demonstrated in the AP projection of the thoracic spine?

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Describe the AP projection of the knee and anatomy demonstrated:

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Patient supine, knee extended, CR directed 1 inch inferior to patellar apex, femur, tib/fib

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Which anatomical landmarks may be used as landmarks for an AP projection of the hips?

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The AP projection of the sacrum requires the CR to be directed:

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What is the most superior portion of the scapula?

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An axial projection of the clavicle is often helpful in demonstrating a fracture not visualized using a perpendicular CR. When examing the clavicle in the AP position, how is the CR directed for the axial projection?

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Which positions would best demonstrate the left apophyseal articulations of the lumbar vertebrae?

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The RAO of the cervical spine requires which of the following combinations of tube angle and direction?

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In the AP projection of an asthenic patient whose knee measures less than 19cm from ASIS to table top, the CR should be directed:

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Which shoulder projections may be used to evaluate the lesser tubercle in profile?

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AP humerus, internal rotation shoulder

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The AP axial projection of the chest for pulmonary apices:

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requires that the patient lean back or the tube be angled 15-20 degrees cephalad

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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?

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A joint formed by the sternal end of the clavicle and the clavicular notch of the sternum would be correctly called which of the following?

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The largest bone in the foot is:

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calcaneous, os calcis, heel

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The distal expanded end of the fibula is called the:

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Which of the malleoli is part of the distal tibia?

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Which anatomy should not be seen in an AP radiograph of the hip if the lower extremity is rotated correctly?

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When radiographing the cervical spine, which exam should be done to rule out subluxation or fracture?

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The patient is in the 45 degree oblique LPO position. There is a 15 degree cephalic angle on the tube and is centered to C4. Which anatomic part is visualized?

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right intervertebral foramina

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The patient is in a 45 degree oblique LAO position. The CR is perpendicular to the film through L3. Which anatomic part is visualized?

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right zygapophyseal joints

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What are the optimal breathing instructions to a cooperative patient to facilitate better visualization of the odontoid on a radiograph?

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What is a lateral curvature of the spine?

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The first pair of ribs articulates with the ______ of the sternum.

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How many distal phalanges are in the foot?

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What are the bones in the palm of the hand called?

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Identify the proximal row of the carpals in order.

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scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum, pisiform

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A pediatric patient presents to the radiology department with a 2 bone fracture of the forearm, which 2 bones are involved?

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You are asked to perform radiographic examination on a young female patient. What question do you ask her?

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When was your last menstrual period?

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Where is the CR directed for an upright KUB?

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2 inches above iliac crest

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For the AP projection of the femur:

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the foot is rotated internally

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For demonstration of the radial head, how would you position the part if the extremity was casted?

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Weight bearing projections of the knees are frequently performed to evaluate:

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What type of fracture is demonstrated in several pieces?

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Where is the subtalar joint located?

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What is the rounded process on the proximal, lateral aspect of the femur called?

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The "frog" lateral is a common name given to a position for which of the anatomical areas?

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The majority of the ribs articulate posteriorly with a thoracic vertebra at the:

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transverse process (costotransverse)

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What passes through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae?

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The term for movement away from the body's midline:

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What is the term for a large roughened process?

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What is another name for the first cervical vertebra?

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In which of the following positions/projections will the talocalcaneal joint be visualized?

Which of the following projections of the ankle best demonstrate the mortise?

Bontrager Ch 6 Self Test Questions.

Which of the following are visualized in the medial oblique projection of the ankle?

In the 15° medial oblique projection of the ankle, the: Talotibial joint is visualized.

Which projection of the foot will best demonstrate the longitudinal arch?

Chapter 7.