Question 1

Ureteric compression is contraindicated for patients with a history of:

Accepted Answer

A)  hematuria. 
B)  abdominal mass. 
C)  hypertension. 
D)  flank pain. 
A)  hematuria. 
B)  abdominal mass. 
C)  hypertension. 
D)  flank pain.

Question 2

Urine will travel from the major calyces to the:

Accepted Answer

A)  renal pelvis. 
B)  ureter. 
C)  minor calyces. 
D)  renal pyramids. 
A)  renal pelvis. 
B)  ureter. 
C)  minor calyces. 
D)  renal pyramids.

Question 3

Which structure and/or region of the kidney is labeled 1?

Accepted Answer

A)  Minor calyx 
B)  Major calyx 
C)  Renal sinus 
D)  Medulla 
A)  Minor calyx 
B)  Major calyx 
C)  Renal sinus 
D)  Medulla

Question 4

Which level of severity is the reaction of giant hives?

Accepted Answer

A)  Normal side effect 
B)  Mild reaction 
C)  Moderate reaction 
D)  Severe reaction 
A)  Normal side effect 
B)  Mild reaction 
C)  Moderate reaction 
D)  Severe reaction

Question 5

Which term describes the act of voiding under voluntary control?

Accepted Answer

A)  Urination 
B)  Urinary release 
C)  Incontinence 
D)  Anuria 
A)  Urination 
B)  Urinary release 
C)  Incontinence 
D)  Anuria

Question 6

The suprarenal glands are part of the endocrine system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following conditions is considered a moderate level reaction requiring treatment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nausea and vomiting 
B)  Syncope 
C)  Tachycardia 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Nausea and vomiting 
B)  Syncope 
C)  Tachycardia 
D)  None of the above

Question 8

A loss of consciousness caused by reduced cerebral blood flow is termed:

Accepted Answer

A)  syncope. 
B)  brachycardia. 
C)  hypotension. 
D)  angioedema. 
A)  syncope. 
B)  brachycardia. 
C)  hypotension. 
D)  angioedema.

Question 9

With automatic exposure control (AEC),which ionization chamber(s)should be activated for an AP projection taken during an IVU?

Accepted Answer

A)  Left and right upper chambers 
B)  Center chamber 
C)  Left chamber 
D)  Center and right upper chamber 
A)  Left and right upper chambers 
B)  Center chamber 
C)  Left chamber 
D)  Center and right upper chamber

Question 10

Which one of the following drugs is often given before an IVU to reduce the risk of a contrast media reaction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diazepam 
B)  Benadryl and prednisone 
C)  Fluoxetine 
D)  Verapamil 
A)  Diazepam 
B)  Benadryl and prednisone 
C)  Fluoxetine 
D)  Verapamil

Question 11

Nonionic contrast agents contain no positively charged cations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Select the correct pathologic indication for each statement or description.(Select each choice only once.)
-Age-associated enlargement of the prostate gland

Accepted Answer

A) Horseshoe kidney 
B) Ectopic kidney 
C) Vesicocolonic fistula 
D) Staghorn kidney stone 
E) Urinary incontinence
F)BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) 
A) Horseshoe kidney 
B) Ectopic kidney 
C) Vesicocolonic fistula 
D) Staghorn kidney stone 
E) Urinary incontinence
F)BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia)

Question 13

Ultrasound is an effective imaging modality in demonstrating cystitis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The normal creatinine level (diagnostic indication of kidney function)for an adult is _____ mg/dL.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.1 to 0.5 
B)  0.6 to 1.5 
C)  3 to 4.5 m 
D)  6 to 7.5 
A)  0.1 to 0.5 
B)  0.6 to 1.5 
C)  3 to 4.5 m 
D)  6 to 7.5

Question 15

Nonionic contrast agents create a hypertonic condition in the blood plasma as compared with ionic contrast agents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

In preparation for a venipuncture,a tourniquet should be applied ____ above or proximal to the site of injection.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) 
B)  3 to 4 inches (8 to 10 cm) 
C)  6 to 7 inches (15 to 18 cm) 
D)  8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm) 
A)  1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) 
B)  3 to 4 inches (8 to 10 cm) 
C)  6 to 7 inches (15 to 18 cm) 
D)  8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm)

Question 17

A true allergic reaction is also termed as an anaphylactic reaction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A patient comes to radiology,after surgery of the abdomen,for an IVU with an order for ureteric compression to enhance pelvicalyceal filling.What should the technologist do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use mild ureteric compression only. 
B)  Place the patient into a Trendelenburg position instead of compression. 
C)  Perform all projections erect. 
D)  Raise the Foley bag above the tabletop to keep the contrast media in the kidneys longer. 
A)  Use mild ureteric compression only. 
B)  Place the patient into a Trendelenburg position instead of compression. 
C)  Perform all projections erect. 
D)  Raise the Foley bag above the tabletop to keep the contrast media in the kidneys longer.

Question 19

The term describing the total functioning portions of the kidney is the:

Accepted Answer

A)  renal collecting system. 
B)  nephron. 
C)  glomerular capsule. 
D)  renal parenchyma. 
A)  renal collecting system. 
B)  nephron. 
C)  glomerular capsule. 
D)  renal parenchyma.

Question 20

A vasovagal contrast media reaction can be a life-threatening condition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Ureteric compression is contraindicated for patients with a history of:

Urine will travel from the major calyces to the:

Which structure and/or region of the kidney is labeled 1?

Which level of severity is the reaction of giant hives?

Which term describes the act of voiding under voluntary control?

The suprarenal glands are part of the endocrine system.

Which of the following conditions is considered a moderate level reaction requiring treatment?

A loss of consciousness caused by reduced cerebral blood flow is termed:

With automatic exposure control (AEC),which ionization chamber(s)should be activated for an AP projection taken during an IVU?

Which one of the following drugs is often given before an IVU to reduce the risk of a contrast media reaction?

Nonionic contrast agents contain no positively charged cations.

Select the correct pathologic indication for each statement or description.(Select each choice only once.) -Age-associated enlargement of the prostate gland

Ultrasound is an effective imaging modality in demonstrating cystitis.

The normal creatinine level (diagnostic indication of kidney function)for an adult is _____ mg/dL.

Nonionic contrast agents create a hypertonic condition in the blood plasma as compared with ionic contrast agents.

In preparation for a venipuncture,a tourniquet should be applied ____ above or proximal to the site of injection.

A true allergic reaction is also termed as an anaphylactic reaction.

A patient comes to radiology,after surgery of the abdomen,for an IVU with an order for ureteric compression to enhance pelvicalyceal filling.What should the technologist do?

The term describing the total functioning portions of the kidney is the:

A vasovagal contrast media reaction can be a life-threatening condition.

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

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

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 14: Urinary System and Venipuncture

Ureteric compression is contraindicated for patients with a history of:

Urine will travel from the major calyces to the:

Which structure and/or region of the kidney is labeled 1?

Which level of severity is the reaction of giant hives?

Which term describes the act of voiding under voluntary control?

The suprarenal glands are part of the endocrine system.

Which of the following conditions is considered a moderate level reaction requiring treatment?

A loss of consciousness caused by reduced cerebral blood flow is termed:

With automatic exposure control (AEC),which ionization chamber(s)should be activated for an AP projection taken during an IVU?

Which one of the following drugs is often given before an IVU to reduce the risk of a contrast media reaction?

Nonionic contrast agents contain no positively charged cations.

Select the correct pathologic indication for each statement or description.(Select each choice only once.) -Age-associated enlargement of the prostate gland

Ultrasound is an effective imaging modality in demonstrating cystitis.

The normal creatinine level (diagnostic indication of kidney function)for an adult is _____ mg/dL.

Nonionic contrast agents create a hypertonic condition in the blood plasma as compared with ionic contrast agents.

In preparation for a venipuncture,a tourniquet should be applied ____ above or proximal to the site of injection.

A true allergic reaction is also termed as an anaphylactic reaction.

A patient comes to radiology,after surgery of the abdomen,for an IVU with an order for ureteric compression to enhance pelvicalyceal filling.What should the technologist do?

The term describing the total functioning portions of the kidney is the:

A vasovagal contrast media reaction can be a life-threatening condition.

Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

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

Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography

Pediatric Radiography

Angiography and Interventional Procedures

Computed Tomography

Special Radiographic Procedures

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities

Filters