Exam 18: Radiography of Pediatric and Geriatric Patients

Which of the following may aid in obtaining quality radiographs of an elderly patient with Parkinson disease? 1) Avoid noisy background situations. 2) Use high mA with short exposure time. 3) Radiograph patient in recumbent position,when possible.

The "baby fat" that develops in the first 4 months of life begins to disappear at the age of:

A foreign body that has been aspirated is most likely to be detected radiographically in which of the following?

Which of the following is true regarding pediatric anatomy?

Which of the following strategies is usually helpful in dealing with patients who have impaired hearing? 1) Put your mouth close to the person's ear and shout. 2) Avoid noisy background situations. 3) Have their attention before you begin to speak.

Why is gonadal shielding particularly important in pediatric radiography?

What is osteoporosis?

As the skeleton ages,the bones tend to lose their calcium content,becoming porous and more radiolucent. What is this condition called?

What is the meaning of the term pediatrics?

What is the meaning of the term geriatrics?

Which of the following is a commercial immobilization device specially designed for upright chest radiography of infants and small children?

The term pediatrics refers to specialized care of:

Mental impairment from Alzheimer disease,stroke,or other organic brain syndrome can result in loss of which of the following? 1) Orientation 2) Memory 3) Intellect

Which commercial immobilization device for pediatric patients allows PA,AP,right and left laterals,and all four oblique positions to be performed without readjusting the restraints?

What is the proper medical term for bedsores?

Which of the following are signs that should raise concern about child abuse? 1) Multiple injuries 2) Injuries inconsistent with report of the trauma 3) Evidence of chronic/repeated injuries

Of the following possibilities,the most important consideration in formulating exposure factors for pediatric techniques should be:

A valid choice is one in which both alternatives are:

Achieving quality radiographs on elderly patients with demineralized bones is best achieved by decreasing:

Which of the following are acceptable choices for a person to hold a child who must be physically restrained for a radiograph? 1) The child's father 2) The child's grandmother 3) Another limited operator