ARDMS BREAST SONOGRAPHY
ACTUAL EXAM LATEST VERSION
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS )
Which artifact may cause structures to look deeper than they actually are? Correct Answer Propagation speed error
The optimum operating frequency for a broad-bandwidth
transducer would be : Correct Answer 10 MHz
In breast sonography, what is NOT significantly affected by the limited field of view when imaging superficial structures? Correct Answer Temporal resolution
Which of the following affects the actual intensity of the sound utilized for imaging? Correct Answer Output power
The dynamic range of a display is the : Correct Answer Number of
gray shades
Using color/power doppler while a patient hums to better dilineate
a mass is called : Correct Answer Fremitus
A standoff pad thicker than 1 cm is not recommended because it
will : Correct Answer Affect the optimal placement of the fixed
elevation plane focus
Which type of transducer does NOT allow the sonographer to vary the focusing capabilities? Correct Answer Mechanical sector
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When taking patient history for a breast sonogram, what information from a previous mammogram would not be considered relevant? Correct Answer Name of radiographer
Image of amplitude is affected by : Correct Answer Power, overall
gain, and time gain compensation (TGC)
High-frequency transducers used in breast imaging provide
excellent resolution of breast tissues but limited : Correct Answer
Penetration
When using the 123-ABC method of annotation, "B" would
indicate : Correct Answer Mass is in the mammary zone
In the 123-ABC method of annotation, the number denote the :
Correct Answer Distance from the nipple
Which method of patient positioning is the best for evaluation the medial aspect of the breast ? Correct Answer Supine
The two-handed technique is used to image : Correct Answer The
main breast duct and nipple
Which of the following transducers would be the best choice for breast imaging ? Correct Answer 10 MHz linear array
Selecting multiple focal zones will : Correct Answer Decrease
frame rate
When viewing a mammogram, one always sees the marker in the
region toward : Correct Answer Axilla
If a breast sonographic image is labeled "Rt. AR 2:00 1A", the
area described is : Correct Answer Antiradial scan of the right
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When viewing a mammogram, a mass is marked near the CC marker in the right breast. This will indicate to the sonographer
that the mass is located : Correct Answer In the lateral breast
A transducer that can operate at multiple frequencies is said to
have : Correct Answer Broad bandwidth
All of the following statements about high-frequency transducers
are true : Correct Answer - Axial resolution is increased
- Lateral resolution is increased
- Sound penetration is decreased
- Best for breast imaging
The following statement about high-frequency transducers is false
: Correct Answer Sound travels faster
Decreasing depth will : Correct Answer Increase the frame rate
Increasing the overall gain control will : Correct Answer Cause
artifactual echoes
What allows for better demonstration of small, tortuous vessels ?Correct Answer Power doppler
What affects the frame rate ? Correct Answer Number of focal zones and size of image
Ideally, the elevational focus for breast imaging should be fixed at
: Correct Answer 1.5 cm
An increase in the intensity of echoes beneath a structure is
called : Correct Answer Enhancement
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What is not a good indication for performing a breast sonogram?Correct Answer Evaluate a mass for microcalcifications
When setting the TGC control for breast imaging, the following tissue should demonstrate a medium level of gray. Correct Answer Fat
The lactiferous ducts are best seen when scanning : Correct
Answer Radial
The orthogonal (defined as perpendicular) view from the
longitudinal scan is : Correct Answer Transverse
Adequate penetration of the breast is determined by imaging the :
Correct Answer Pectoral muscles
If a mass is isoechoic with surrounding tissues, what maneuver would accentuate the mass to make it show up better ? Correct Answer Apply harmonics
What transducer feature would not be good for breast imaging ?Correct Answer Curved linear array format
Lateral resolution is best at the : Correct Answer Focal zone
Which technique would eliminate useful artifacts such as posterior enhancement and shadowing? Correct Answer Spatial compound imaging
According to AIUM standards, all of the following information
should be indicated on sonographic images : Correct Answer -
Patient's name / ID #
- Patient's age
- Facility name
- Date
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