Question 1

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

Question 2

What type of tissue binds together and supports the various structures of the body?

Accepted Answer

A) Epithelial 
B) Connective 
C) Muscular 
D) Nervous

Question 3

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 4

Which of the following is classified as a saddle (sellar) joint?

Accepted Answer

A) Ankle joint 
B) Temporomandibular joint 
C) Knee joint 
D) Intercarpal joint

Question 5

The application of specific image processing that alters pixel values to the edges of structures is:

Accepted Answer

A) smoothing. 
B) edge enhancement. 
C) magnification. 
D) image reversal.

Question 6

The adjustable collimator light field must be accurate within 5% of the selected SID.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Highly complex mathematical formulas applied during digital processing of the image are termed:

Accepted Answer

A) pixels. 
B) algorithms. 
C) digital filters. 
D) matrices.

Question 8

A low SNR is desirable in digital imaging.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Misrepresentation of object size or shape as projected onto radiographic recording media is the general definition for:

Accepted Answer

A) penumbra. 
B) distortion. 
C) magnification. 
D) margin loss.

Question 10

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics, a radiologic technologist may discuss a patient's clinical history with a family member.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A patient is erect with the left side of his chest placed against the image receptor.The central ray enters the right side of the upper chest and exits the left.Which specific position has been performed?

Accepted Answer

A) Dorsal decubitus 
B) Transthoracic lateral 
C) Right lateral 
D) Ventral decubitus

Question 12

It is legally acceptable to write "right" or "left" on a radiograph if the anatomic side marker is not visible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A longitudinal plane that divides the body into equal anterior and posterior parts is the _____ plane.

Accepted Answer

A) midcoronal 
B) midsagittal 
C) horizontal 
D) oblique

Question 14

The cumulative (ED) lifetime dose for an occupationally exposed worker is _____ mSv × years of age.

Accepted Answer

A) 100 
B) 50 
C) 10 
D) 1

Question 15

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

Question 16

A ____% increase in kV will increase density the same as doubling the mAs (analog imaging).

Accepted Answer

A) 15 
B) 10 
C) 100 
D) 25

Question 17

Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.)
-An inward stress movement of foot

Accepted Answer

A) Caudad 
B) Proximal 
C) Extension 
D) Radial deviation 
E) Inversion
F)Dorsiflexion
G)Adduction
H)Abduction
I)Pronation

Question 18

When viewing a CT (computed tomography) or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) image, the patient's right is facing the viewer's left.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

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

-Femur

Accepted Answer

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

Exam 1: Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles

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

What type of tissue binds together and supports the various structures of the body?

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.

Which of the following is classified as a saddle (sellar) joint?

The application of specific image processing that alters pixel values to the edges of structures is:

The adjustable collimator light field must be accurate within 5% of the selected SID.

Highly complex mathematical formulas applied during digital processing of the image are termed:

A low SNR is desirable in digital imaging.

Misrepresentation of object size or shape as projected onto radiographic recording media is the general definition for:

According to the ARRT Code of Ethics, a radiologic technologist may discuss a patient's clinical history with a family member.

A patient is erect with the left side of his chest placed against the image receptor.The central ray enters the right side of the upper chest and exits the left.Which specific position has been performed?

It is legally acceptable to write "right" or "left" on a radiograph if the anatomic side marker is not visible.

A longitudinal plane that divides the body into equal anterior and posterior parts is the _____ plane.

The cumulative (ED) lifetime dose for an occupationally exposed worker is _____ mSv × years of age.

What is the complete term for RIS?

A ____% increase in kV will increase density the same as doubling the mAs (analog imaging) .

Select the correct definition for the terms listed below.(Use each choice only once.) -An inward stress movement of foot

When viewing a CT (computed tomography) or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) image, the patient's right is facing the viewer's left.

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