Question 1

PACS is a computer technology system that

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A)  captures the patient's demographics and other information from the person's medical record. 
B)  allows for storage of digital images. 
C)  unites the Hospital Information System and the Radiology Information System. 
D)  automatically selects the correct frequency, depth, and focal zone controls. 
A)  captures the patient's demographics and other information from the person's medical record. 
B)  allows for storage of digital images. 
C)  unites the Hospital Information System and the Radiology Information System. 
D)  automatically selects the correct frequency, depth, and focal zone controls. B

Question 2

The Worklist electronic program allows sonographers to

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A)  connect the Hospital Information System, Radiology Information System, and Picture Archiving and Communication System in one database. 
B)  order the patient examinations for the day. 
C)  query for patient demographic information from the ultrasound system. 
D)  engage the preset function of the system. 
A)  connect the Hospital Information System, Radiology Information System, and Picture Archiving and Communication System in one database. 
B)  order the patient examinations for the day. 
C)  query for patient demographic information from the ultrasound system. 
D)  engage the preset function of the system. C

Question 3

The sonologist has requested a side-by-side comparison view. Which control should be used?

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A)  Focal zone position 
B)  Focal zone number 
C)  Left/right key 
D)  Imaging preset 
A)  Focal zone position 
B)  Focal zone number 
C)  Left/right key 
D)  Imaging preset C

Question 4

The TGC control can strengthen echoes that are

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A)  returning from deep tissues. 
B)  emitted from the transducer to deep tissues. 
C)  returning from superficial tissues. 
D)  emitted from the transducer to superficial tissues. 
A)  returning from deep tissues. 
B)  emitted from the transducer to deep tissues. 
C)  returning from superficial tissues. 
D)  emitted from the transducer to superficial tissues.

Question 5

The advantages of the Picture Archiving and Communication System include a capability for remote radiologic consultation. ____

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Explain why it is important to learn the knobology of the ultrasound system.

Accepted Answer

The sonographer's knowledge of knobology

Question 7

A student sonographer notices that the TGC curve is lengthening and shortening rapidly. What is the probable cause of this?

Accepted Answer

A)  Equipment malfunction 
B)  Back and forth manipulation of the TGC control 
C)  Too high a setting on the frequency control 
D)  Rapid patient breathing 
A)  Equipment malfunction 
B)  Back and forth manipulation of the TGC control 
C)  Too high a setting on the frequency control 
D)  Rapid patient breathing

Question 8

An advantage of the Hospital Information System is electronic storage of patients' demographics and chart information. ____

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The trace function

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A)  places cursors for distance measurement. 
B)  erases cursors, outlines, and measurement results. 
C)  places cursors for distance and transverse measurements. 
D)  outlines circumference measurements. 
A)  places cursors for distance measurement. 
B)  erases cursors, outlines, and measurement results. 
C)  places cursors for distance and transverse measurements. 
D)  outlines circumference measurements.

Question 10

Which is the proper order for operating the ultrasound system?

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A)  Adjust the TGC, focal zones, and image size; enter the patient's name and ID number; and select the transducer 
B)  Adjust the focal zones, image size, and TGC; select the transducer; and enter the patient's name and ID number 
C)  Enter the patient's name and ID number; adjust the focal zones, image size, and TGC; and select the transducer 
D)  Enter the patient's name and ID number; select the transducer; and adjust the TGC, focal zones, and image size 
A)  Adjust the TGC, focal zones, and image size; enter the patient's name and ID number; and select the transducer 
B)  Adjust the focal zones, image size, and TGC; select the transducer; and enter the patient's name and ID number 
C)  Enter the patient's name and ID number; adjust the focal zones, image size, and TGC; and select the transducer 
D)  Enter the patient's name and ID number; select the transducer; and adjust the TGC, focal zones, and image size

Question 11

Teleradiology involves radiologic consultations done within the imaging center where an examination was performed. ____

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Discuss the functions of the Worklist program.

Accepted Answer

Worklist is an electronic program that t

Question 13

The advantages of the Radiology Information System include appointment scheduling and the use of work lists. ____

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Annotation On/Off

Accepted Answer

A)  erases the last character to the left of the cursor. 
B)  erases all user-entered annotations, starting at the cursor's location. 
C)  clears the patient's ID number and stored images. 
D)  allows comments to be entered on the screen. 
A)  erases the last character to the left of the cursor. 
B)  erases all user-entered annotations, starting at the cursor's location. 
C)  clears the patient's ID number and stored images. 
D)  allows comments to be entered on the screen.

Question 15

List the steps followed to operate an ultrasound system.

Accepted Answer

The steps for operating an ultrasound sy

Question 16

The posterior border of the gallbladder cannot be seen on sagittal view; it appears to be cut off. Which control is most likely to correct this?

Accepted Answer

A)  Depth 
B)  Frequency 
C)  TGC 
D)  Cine loop 
A)  Depth 
B)  Frequency 
C)  TGC 
D)  Cine loop

Question 17

Doppler can be added to the image by which control?

Accepted Answer

A)  M mode 
B)  Brightness and contrast 
C)  Power Doppler 
D)  Trackball 
A)  M mode 
B)  Brightness and contrast 
C)  Power Doppler 
D)  Trackball

Question 18

Sonographers must learn to use a wide range of technologic tools to ensure optimum imaging and to facilitate sonologist reporting. ____

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The HELP menu provides quick access to the

Accepted Answer

A)  on/off switch. 
B)  primary imaging controls. 
C)  reference manual. 
D)  clinical application specialist. 
A)  on/off switch. 
B)  primary imaging controls. 
C)  reference manual. 
D)  clinical application specialist.

Question 20

Describe the differences between PACS, HIS, and RIS.

Accepted Answer

HIS is a hospital-wide computerized data

Exam 2: Ultrasound Instrumentation: Knobology, Imaging Processing, and Storage

PACS is a computer technology system that

The Worklist electronic program allows sonographers to

The sonologist has requested a side-by-side comparison view. Which control should be used?

The TGC control can strengthen echoes that are

The advantages of the Picture Archiving and Communication System include a capability for remote radiologic consultation. ____

Explain why it is important to learn the knobology of the ultrasound system.

A student sonographer notices that the TGC curve is lengthening and shortening rapidly. What is the probable cause of this?

An advantage of the Hospital Information System is electronic storage of patients' demographics and chart information. ____

The trace function

Which is the proper order for operating the ultrasound system?

Teleradiology involves radiologic consultations done within the imaging center where an examination was performed. ____

Discuss the functions of the Worklist program.

The advantages of the Radiology Information System include appointment scheduling and the use of work lists. ____

Annotation On/Off

List the steps followed to operate an ultrasound system.

The posterior border of the gallbladder cannot be seen on sagittal view; it appears to be cut off. Which control is most likely to correct this?

Doppler can be added to the image by which control?

Sonographers must learn to use a wide range of technologic tools to ensure optimum imaging and to facilitate sonologist reporting. ____

The HELP menu provides quick access to the

Describe the differences between PACS, HIS, and RIS.

Before and After the Ultrasound Examination

General Patient Care

First Scanning Experience

Interdependent Body Systems

Anatomy Layering and Sectional Anatomy

Embryology

The Abdominal Aorta

The Inferior Vena Cava

The Portal Venous System

Abdominal Vasculature

The Liver

The Biliary System

The Pancreas

The Urinary System

The Spleen

The Gastrointestinal System

The Prostate Gland and Seminal Vesicles

The Female Pelvis

First Trimester Obstetrics 0 to 12 Weeks

Second and Third Trimester Obstetrics 13 to 42 Weeks

High-Risk Obstetric Sonography

The Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands

Breast Sonography

Penile and Scrotal Ultrasound

The Neonatal Brain

Pediatric Echocardiography

Adult Echocardiography

Vascular Technology

Three-Dimensional Ultrasound

Interventional and Intraoperative Ultrasound

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