Question 1

Which of the following controlling factors will most affect radiographic resolution?

Accepted Answer

A)  kV 
B)  mAs 
C)  Filtration 
D)  Focal spot size 
A)  kV 
B)  mAs 
C)  Filtration 
D)  Focal spot size

Question 2

Highly complex mathematical formulas applied during digital processing of the image are termed:

Accepted Answer

A)  pixels. 
B)  algorithms. 
C)  digital filters. 
D)  matrices. 
A)  pixels. 
B)  algorithms. 
C)  digital filters. 
D)  matrices.

Question 3

The vertical plane that divides the body into right and left halves describes the _____ plane.

Accepted Answer

A)  coronal 
B)  median or midsagittal 
C)  longitudinal 
D)  horizontal 
A)  coronal 
B)  median or midsagittal 
C)  longitudinal 
D)  horizontal

Question 4

An upright position with the arms abducted,palms forward,and head forward describes the _____ position.

Accepted Answer

A)  anteroposterior (AP) 
B)  decubitus 
C)  anatomic 
D)  oblique 
A)  anteroposterior (AP) 
B)  decubitus 
C)  anatomic 
D)  oblique

Question 5

Each digital image is two dimensional and is formed by a matrix of:

Accepted Answer

A)  bytes. 
B)  algorithms. 
C)  voxels. 
D)  pixels. 
A)  bytes. 
B)  algorithms. 
C)  voxels. 
D)  pixels.

Question 6

What is the most effective method to reduce the production of scatter radiation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increase kV. 
B)  Increase mAs. 
C)  Collimate. 
D)  Use a grid. 
A)  Increase kV. 
B)  Increase mAs. 
C)  Collimate. 
D)  Use a grid.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the cardinal principles of radiation protection?

Accepted Answer

A)  Shielding 
B)  Filtration 
C)  Time 
D)  Distance 
A)  Shielding 
B)  Filtration 
C)  Time 
D)  Distance

Question 8

A patient is erect facing the image receptor.The left side of the body is turned 45° toward the image receptor.The CR enters the posterior aspect of the body and exits the anterior.What is this radiographic position?

Accepted Answer

A)  LAO 
B)  LPO 
C)  Left lateral 
D)  Posteroanterior (P
A)  
A)  LAO 
B)  LPO 
C)  Left lateral 
D)  Posteroanterior (P
A)

Question 9

Increasing the SID will increase distortion of the anatomy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT an ALARA concept?

Accepted Answer

A)  Collimate when feasible. 
B)  Always wear a personnel dosimeter. 
C)  Use optimal kV techniques. 
D)  Have older technologist always hold patients. 
A)  Collimate when feasible. 
B)  Always wear a personnel dosimeter. 
C)  Use optimal kV techniques. 
D)  Have older technologist always hold patients.

Question 11

The greater the bit depth of a digital system,the greater the:

Accepted Answer

A)  brightness. 
B)  resolution. 
C)  exposure index. 
D)  contrast resolution. 
A)  brightness. 
B)  resolution. 
C)  exposure index. 
D)  contrast resolution.

Question 12

Decubitus chest projections are placed for viewing the way the image receptor "sees" them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A series of "boxes" that gives form to the image is the definition for:

Accepted Answer

A)  acquisition matrix. 
B)  pixels. 
C)  bit depth. 
D)  display matrix. 
A)  acquisition matrix. 
B)  pixels. 
C)  bit depth. 
D)  display matrix.

Question 14

Which of the following is a secondary growth center for endochondral ossification?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diaphysis 
B)  Epiphyses 
C)  Metaphysis 
D)  Articular cartilage 
A)  Diaphysis 
B)  Epiphyses 
C)  Metaphysis 
D)  Articular cartilage

Question 15

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics,a radiologic technologist may discuss any patient's clinical history with another health professional.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following radiographic procedures often only requires a single AP projection be taken?

Accepted Answer

A)  Finger 
B)  Ribs 
C)  Chest 
D)  Pelvis 
A)  Finger 
B)  Ribs 
C)  Chest 
D)  Pelvis

Question 17

The Image Wisely program is focused on reducing unnecessary exposure in children during imaging procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

MATCHING
Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.)
-Increasing the angle of a joint

Accepted Answer

A) Caudad 
B) Proximal 
C) Extension 
D) Radial deviation 
E) Inversion
F)Dorsiflexion
G)Adduction
H)Abduction
I)Pronation 
A) Caudad 
B) Proximal 
C) Extension 
D) Radial deviation 
E) Inversion
F)Dorsiflexion
G)Adduction
H)Abduction
I)Pronation

Question 19

Which of the following patient dose categories carries the highest numerical value of all patient doses?

Accepted Answer

A)  Effective dose 
B)  Gonadal dose 
C)  Midline dose 
D)  Entrance skin exposure 
A)  Effective dose 
B)  Gonadal dose 
C)  Midline dose 
D)  Entrance skin exposure

Question 20

How many separate bones are found in the adult human body?

Accepted Answer

A)  181 
B)  215 
C)  206 
D)  236 
A)  181 
B)  215 
C)  206 
D)  236

Which of the following controlling factors will most affect radiographic resolution?

Highly complex mathematical formulas applied during digital processing of the image are termed:

The vertical plane that divides the body into right and left halves describes the _____ plane.

An upright position with the arms abducted,palms forward,and head forward describes the _____ position.

Each digital image is two dimensional and is formed by a matrix of:

What is the most effective method to reduce the production of scatter radiation?

Which of the following is NOT one of the cardinal principles of radiation protection?

A patient is erect facing the image receptor.The left side of the body is turned 45° toward the image receptor.The CR enters the posterior aspect of the body and exits the anterior.What is this radiographic position?

Increasing the SID will increase distortion of the anatomy.

Which of the following is NOT an ALARA concept?

The greater the bit depth of a digital system,the greater the:

Decubitus chest projections are placed for viewing the way the image receptor "sees" them.

A series of "boxes" that gives form to the image is the definition for:

Which of the following is a secondary growth center for endochondral ossification?

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics,a radiologic technologist may discuss any patient's clinical history with another health professional.

Which of the following radiographic procedures often only requires a single AP projection be taken?

The Image Wisely program is focused on reducing unnecessary exposure in children during imaging procedures.

MATCHING Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.) -Increasing the angle of a joint

Which of the following patient dose categories carries the highest numerical value of all patient doses?

How many separate bones are found in the adult human body?

Chest

Abdomen

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

Femur and Pelvic Girdle

Cervical and Thoracic Spine

Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx

Bony Thorax-Sternum and Ribs

Cranium, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses

Biliary Tract and Upper Gastrointestinal System

Lower Gastrointestinal System

Urinary System and Venipuncture

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Filters

Exam 1: Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

Which of the following controlling factors will most affect radiographic resolution?

Highly complex mathematical formulas applied during digital processing of the image are termed:

The vertical plane that divides the body into right and left halves describes the _____ plane.

An upright position with the arms abducted,palms forward,and head forward describes the _____ position.

Each digital image is two dimensional and is formed by a matrix of:

What is the most effective method to reduce the production of scatter radiation?

Which of the following is NOT one of the cardinal principles of radiation protection?

A patient is erect facing the image receptor.The left side of the body is turned 45° toward the image receptor.The CR enters the posterior aspect of the body and exits the anterior.What is this radiographic position?

Increasing the SID will increase distortion of the anatomy.

Which of the following is NOT an ALARA concept?

The greater the bit depth of a digital system,the greater the:

Decubitus chest projections are placed for viewing the way the image receptor "sees" them.

A series of "boxes" that gives form to the image is the definition for:

Which of the following is a secondary growth center for endochondral ossification?

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics,a radiologic technologist may discuss any patient's clinical history with another health professional.

Which of the following radiographic procedures often only requires a single AP projection be taken?

The Image Wisely program is focused on reducing unnecessary exposure in children during imaging procedures.

MATCHING Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.) -Increasing the angle of a joint

Which of the following patient dose categories carries the highest numerical value of all patient doses?

How many separate bones are found in the adult human body?

Chest

Abdomen

Upper Limb

Humerus and Shoulder Girdle

Lower Limb

Femur and Pelvic Girdle

Cervical and Thoracic Spine

Lumbar Spine, Sacrum, and Coccyx

Bony Thorax-Sternum and Ribs

Cranium, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses

Biliary Tract and Upper Gastrointestinal System

Lower Gastrointestinal System

Urinary System and Venipuncture

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Filters