Question 1

A standard that ensures that all digital imaging equipment can communicate with each other is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  RIS. 
B)  PACS. 
C)  DICOM. 
D)  HIS. 
A)  RIS. 
B)  PACS. 
C)  DICOM. 
D)  HIS.

Question 2

The term position can be used for both a lateral and an oblique body position.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A patient is erect facing the x-ray tube and leaning the shoulders backward 20° to 30° toward the IR.The central ray is perpendicular to the IR.What specific position has been performed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lordotic 
B)  Axial 
C)  Kyphotic 
D)  Tangential 
A)  Lordotic 
B)  Axial 
C)  Kyphotic 
D)  Tangential

Question 4

Select the minimum number of projections generally required for each of the anatomic structures.
-Finger

Accepted Answer

A) One projection 
B) Two projections 
C) Three projections 
A) One projection 
B) Two projections 
C) Three projections

Question 5

PACS should be integrated with a HIS.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

MATCHING
Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.)
-Movement of an arm or leg toward the midline

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 7

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent.
-14 × 17 inches

Accepted Answer

A) 35 × 43 cm 
B) 18 × 24 cm 
C) 30 × 35 cm 
D) 24 × 24 cm 
E) 24 × 30 cm 
A) 35 × 43 cm 
B) 18 × 24 cm 
C) 30 × 35 cm 
D) 24 × 24 cm 
E) 24 × 30 cm

Question 8

What is the complete term for RIS?

Accepted Answer

A)  Radiographic imaging system 
B)  Radiology interpretation system 
C)  Radiology information system 
D)  Reduced intensity system 
A)  Radiographic imaging system 
B)  Radiology interpretation system 
C)  Radiology information system 
D)  Reduced intensity system

Question 9

The top of the foot is placed against the image receptor with the perpendicular central ray entering the sole of the foot.What specific projection has been performed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Transpedal 
B)  Plantodorsal 
C)  Axial dorsoplantar 
D)  Tangential plantodorsal 
A)  Transpedal 
B)  Plantodorsal 
C)  Axial dorsoplantar 
D)  Tangential plantodorsal

Question 10

The acronym PACS refers to picture archiving connection system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A radiograph of the hand is underexposed and nondiagnostic.The following analog (film screen)exposure factors were used: 50 kV,2 mAs,40-inch (102 cm)SID.Which of the following sets of exposure factors should be used during the repeat exposure?

Accepted Answer

A)  50 kV, 8 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm) 
B)  50 kV, 1 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm) 
C)  60 kV, 4 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm) 
D)  50 kV, 4 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm) 
A)  50 kV, 8 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm) 
B)  50 kV, 1 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm) 
C)  60 kV, 4 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm) 
D)  50 kV, 4 mAs, 40 inches (102 cm)

Question 12

Which of the following factors has the greatest negative impact on SNR?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excessive kV 
B)  Collimation 
C)  Insufficient mAs 
D)  Long SID 
A)  Excessive kV 
B)  Collimation 
C)  Insufficient mAs 
D)  Long SID

Question 13

A lateromedial projection is one in which the lateral aspect of the anatomy part is closest to the image receptor (IR).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent.
-9 × 9 inches

Accepted Answer

A) 35 × 43 cm 
B) 18 × 24 cm 
C) 30 × 35 cm 
D) 24 × 24 cm 
E) 24 × 30 cm 
A) 35 × 43 cm 
B) 18 × 24 cm 
C) 30 × 35 cm 
D) 24 × 24 cm 
E) 24 × 30 cm

Question 15

What is the minimal number of projections taken for a postreduction (to realign a fracture)study of the ankle?

Accepted Answer

A)  One 
B)  Two 
C)  Three 
D)  Four 
A)  One 
B)  Two 
C)  Three 
D)  Four

Question 16

The intensity of light that represents the individual pixels in the digital image on the monitor is the definition for:

Accepted Answer

A)  contrast. 
B)  spatial resolution. 
C)  brightness. 
D)  noise. 
A)  contrast. 
B)  spatial resolution. 
C)  brightness. 
D)  noise.

Question 17

Which of the following precautions reduces radiation exposure to the technologist during a fluoroscopic procedure to the greatest degree?

Accepted Answer

A)  Wearing a protective lead apron of 1-mm lead thickness 
B)  Wearing a thyroid shield 
C)  Standing as far away as possible from the radiation scatter fields 
D)  Turning your back to the fluoroscopy table 
A)  Wearing a protective lead apron of 1-mm lead thickness 
B)  Wearing a thyroid shield 
C)  Standing as far away as possible from the radiation scatter fields 
D)  Turning your back to the fluoroscopy table

Question 18

Use of gonadal shielding is necessary when the organ of concern lies within or near _____ of the primary beam unless such shielding obscures essential diagnostic information.

Accepted Answer

A)  10 inches (25 cm) 
B)  2 inches (5 cm) 
C)  1 inch (2.5 cm) 
D)  6 inches (15 cm) 
A)  10 inches (25 cm) 
B)  2 inches (5 cm) 
C)  1 inch (2.5 cm) 
D)  6 inches (15 cm)

Question 19

What is the primary center for bone growth termed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Epiphyses 
B)  Diaphysis 
C)  Metaphysis 
D)  Epiphyseal plate 
A)  Epiphyses 
B)  Diaphysis 
C)  Metaphysis 
D)  Epiphyseal plate

Question 20

Which of the following joints displays a "hinge" type of movement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Trochoid 
B)  Ellipsoidal 
C)  Sellar 
D)  Ginglymus 
A)  Trochoid 
B)  Ellipsoidal 
C)  Sellar 
D)  Ginglymus

A standard that ensures that all digital imaging equipment can communicate with each other is referred to as:

The term position can be used for both a lateral and an oblique body position.

A patient is erect facing the x-ray tube and leaning the shoulders backward 20° to 30° toward the IR.The central ray is perpendicular to the IR.What specific position has been performed?

Select the minimum number of projections generally required for each of the anatomic structures. -Finger

PACS should be integrated with a HIS.

MATCHING Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.) -Movement of an arm or leg toward the midline

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -14 × 17 inches

What is the complete term for RIS?

The top of the foot is placed against the image receptor with the perpendicular central ray entering the sole of the foot.What specific projection has been performed?

The acronym PACS refers to picture archiving connection system.

A radiograph of the hand is underexposed and nondiagnostic.The following analog (film screen)exposure factors were used: 50 kV,2 mAs,40-inch (102 cm)SID.Which of the following sets of exposure factors should be used during the repeat exposure?

Which of the following factors has the greatest negative impact on SNR?

A lateromedial projection is one in which the lateral aspect of the anatomy part is closest to the image receptor (IR).

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -9 × 9 inches

What is the minimal number of projections taken for a postreduction (to realign a fracture)study of the ankle?

The intensity of light that represents the individual pixels in the digital image on the monitor is the definition for:

Which of the following precautions reduces radiation exposure to the technologist during a fluoroscopic procedure to the greatest degree?

Use of gonadal shielding is necessary when the organ of concern lies within or near _____ of the primary beam unless such shielding obscures essential diagnostic information.

What is the primary center for bone growth termed?

Which of the following joints displays a "hinge" type of movement?

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

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Exam 1: Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

A standard that ensures that all digital imaging equipment can communicate with each other is referred to as:

The term position can be used for both a lateral and an oblique body position.

A patient is erect facing the x-ray tube and leaning the shoulders backward 20° to 30° toward the IR.The central ray is perpendicular to the IR.What specific position has been performed?

Select the minimum number of projections generally required for each of the anatomic structures. -Finger

PACS should be integrated with a HIS.

MATCHING Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.) -Movement of an arm or leg toward the midline

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -14 × 17 inches

What is the complete term for RIS?

The top of the foot is placed against the image receptor with the perpendicular central ray entering the sole of the foot.What specific projection has been performed?

The acronym PACS refers to picture archiving connection system.

A radiograph of the hand is underexposed and nondiagnostic.The following analog (film screen)exposure factors were used: 50 kV,2 mAs,40-inch (102 cm)SID.Which of the following sets of exposure factors should be used during the repeat exposure?

Which of the following factors has the greatest negative impact on SNR?

A lateromedial projection is one in which the lateral aspect of the anatomy part is closest to the image receptor (IR).

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -9 × 9 inches

What is the minimal number of projections taken for a postreduction (to realign a fracture)study of the ankle?

The intensity of light that represents the individual pixels in the digital image on the monitor is the definition for:

Which of the following precautions reduces radiation exposure to the technologist during a fluoroscopic procedure to the greatest degree?

Use of gonadal shielding is necessary when the organ of concern lies within or near _____ of the primary beam unless such shielding obscures essential diagnostic information.

What is the primary center for bone growth termed?

Which of the following joints displays a "hinge" type of movement?

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

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