Question 1

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent.
-8 ×10 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 2

A dorsoplantar projection would be a radiographic study of:

Accepted Answer

A)  any anatomic region. 
B)  the hand. 
C)  the foot. 
D)  the skull. 
A)  any anatomic region. 
B)  the hand. 
C)  the foot. 
D)  the skull.

Question 3

Changing or enhancing the electronic image to view it from a different perspective or improve its diagnostic quality is the general definition for:

Accepted Answer

A)  smoothing. 
B)  edge enhancement. 
C)  post-processing. 
D)  algorithmic conversion. 
A)  smoothing. 
B)  edge enhancement. 
C)  post-processing. 
D)  algorithmic conversion.

Question 4

The minimum total filtration (inherent plus added)required for diagnostic x-ray equipment producing 70 kV or greater is _____ mm aluminum equivalent.

Accepted Answer

A)  1.5 
B)  2.5 
C)  0.5 
D)  4 
A)  1.5 
B)  2.5 
C)  0.5 
D)  4

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT one of the four image quality factors of an analog radiograph?

Accepted Answer

A)  Contrast 
B)  Detail 
C)  Source image receptor distance (SI
D)  
D)  Distortion 
A)  Contrast 
B)  Detail 
C)  Source image receptor distance (SI
D)  
D)  Distortion

Question 6

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

A)  Radius 
B)  Hip bone 
C)  Clavicle 
D)  Sternum 
A)  Radius 
B)  Hip bone 
C)  Clavicle 
D)  Sternum

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which device or technique is most effective in controlling scatter radiation in digital imaging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Focal spot size 
B)  Added filtration 
C)  Post-processing algorithm 
D)  Grid 
A)  Focal spot size 
B)  Added filtration 
C)  Post-processing algorithm 
D)  Grid

Question 9

A PSP-based digital imaging system may be cassette based or cassette-less.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What type of projection is created with the CR directed along or parallel to the long axis of the body?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

The radiographer has the responsibility of communicating with the patient to obtain pertinent clinical information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following positions is often used to insert a rectal enema tip before a barium enema study?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fowler's 
B)  Modified Sims' 
C)  Lithotomy 
D)  Trendelenburg 
A)  Fowler's 
B)  Modified Sims' 
C)  Lithotomy 
D)  Trendelenburg

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a PACS?

Accepted Answer

A)  Simultaneous viewing of images at multiple locations 
B)  Elimination of misplaced, damaged, or missing films 
C)  Rapid chemical processing of images 
D)  Rapid (electronic) transfer of images within the hospital 
A)  Simultaneous viewing of images at multiple locations 
B)  Elimination of misplaced, damaged, or missing films 
C)  Rapid chemical processing of images 
D)  Rapid (electronic) transfer of images within the hospital

Question 14

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent.
-11 × 14 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

The wide dynamic range of digital imaging systems results in fewer repeat exposures,increased efficiency,and operating cost reduction as compared with analog (film screen)systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

When correctly placed,gonadal shielding will reduce gonadal dose by ____ if gonads are in the primary x-ray field.

Accepted Answer

A)  20% to 50% 
B)  50% to 90% 
C)  100% 
D)  None of the above 
A)  20% to 50% 
B)  50% to 90% 
C)  100% 
D)  None of the above

Question 17

How many bones are there in the adult axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

A)  206 
B)  80 
C)  54 
D)  126 
A)  206 
B)  80 
C)  54 
D)  126

Question 18

Which radiation unit of measurement is used to describe absorbed dose?

Accepted Answer

A)  Roentgen 
B)  RAD 
C)  Rem 
D)  Coulomb 
A)  Roentgen 
B)  RAD 
C)  Rem 
D)  Coulomb

Question 19

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics,radiologic technologists must participate in continuing education activities throughout their professional career.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which traditional unit of radiation measurement describes patient dose?

Accepted Answer

A)  Roentgen 
B)  Rem 
C)  Coulombs 
D)  Rad 
A)  Roentgen 
B)  Rem 
C)  Coulombs 
D)  Rad

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -8 ×10 inches

A dorsoplantar projection would be a radiographic study of:

Changing or enhancing the electronic image to view it from a different perspective or improve its diagnostic quality is the general definition for:

The minimum total filtration (inherent plus added)required for diagnostic x-ray equipment producing 70 kV or greater is _____ mm aluminum equivalent.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four image quality factors of an analog radiograph?

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

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

Which device or technique is most effective in controlling scatter radiation in digital imaging?

A PSP-based digital imaging system may be cassette based or cassette-less.

What type of projection is created with the CR directed along or parallel to the long axis of the body?

The radiographer has the responsibility of communicating with the patient to obtain pertinent clinical information.

Which of the following positions is often used to insert a rectal enema tip before a barium enema study?

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a PACS?

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -11 × 14 inches

The wide dynamic range of digital imaging systems results in fewer repeat exposures,increased efficiency,and operating cost reduction as compared with analog (film screen)systems.

When correctly placed,gonadal shielding will reduce gonadal dose by ____ if gonads are in the primary x-ray field.

How many bones are there in the adult axial skeleton?

Which radiation unit of measurement is used to describe absorbed dose?

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics,radiologic technologists must participate in continuing education activities throughout their professional career.

Which traditional unit of radiation measurement describes patient dose?

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

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -8 ×10 inches

A dorsoplantar projection would be a radiographic study of:

Changing or enhancing the electronic image to view it from a different perspective or improve its diagnostic quality is the general definition for:

The minimum total filtration (inherent plus added)required for diagnostic x-ray equipment producing 70 kV or greater is _____ mm aluminum equivalent.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four image quality factors of an analog radiograph?

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

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

Which device or technique is most effective in controlling scatter radiation in digital imaging?

A PSP-based digital imaging system may be cassette based or cassette-less.

What type of projection is created with the CR directed along or parallel to the long axis of the body?

The radiographer has the responsibility of communicating with the patient to obtain pertinent clinical information.

Which of the following positions is often used to insert a rectal enema tip before a barium enema study?

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a PACS?

Match the traditional image receptor (IR) sizes to their metric equivalent. -11 × 14 inches

The wide dynamic range of digital imaging systems results in fewer repeat exposures,increased efficiency,and operating cost reduction as compared with analog (film screen)systems.

When correctly placed,gonadal shielding will reduce gonadal dose by ____ if gonads are in the primary x-ray field.

How many bones are there in the adult axial skeleton?

Which radiation unit of measurement is used to describe absorbed dose?

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics,radiologic technologists must participate in continuing education activities throughout their professional career.

Which traditional unit of radiation measurement describes patient dose?

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