FREE RADIOLOGY AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT CHEST

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FREE RADIOLOGY AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT CHEST

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-Guarantee passing score -47 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation Question 1: Which AP oblique projection produces an image similar to that produced by the PA oblique projection, RAO position?

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AP oblique projection, LPO position Question 2: With a PA Oblique projection, which side (the one closer or farther) is generally the side of interest?

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The one farthest from the IR.Question 3: Which side of the chest (left or right) is of primary interest with the PA oblique projection, RAO?

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Left side Question 4: When performing the PA oblique projection, LAO position, how many degrees should the patient be rotated?

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55 to 60 degrees

Question 5: In a AP Axial (Lordotic) projection, where should the CR enter the patient?

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Midsagittal plane, on the midsternum.Question 6: Regarding IR, how are the MSP and the MCP positioned for the AP chest (left lateral decubitus position)?

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Midsagittal: perpendicular; midcoronal; parallel

Question 7: Which decubitus would be performed for a patient with fluid on the left side?

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Left lateral decubitus

Question 8: Where is the midsagittal plane placed for a lateral projection?

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The MSP should be parallel with the plane of the IR.Question 9: In a AP Axial (Lordotic) projection, which portion of the lung is generally the area of interest?

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Apex

Question 10: Rotation on a PA chest x-ray can be detected by evaluating what?

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Sternoclavicular joints Question 11: For a ventral decubitus position projection, what position should the patient be placed in?

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Prone Question 12: Which pathologic condition of the lungs is best demonstrated with the AP chest, right lateral decubitus position?

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Free air in the left side or fluid levels in the right side?

Question 13: Which pathologic condition of the lungs is best demonstrated with the AP chest, right lateral decubitus position?

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Free air in the left side or fluid levels in the right side.Question 14: Is the posterior aspect of the ribs higher than the anterior aspect?

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Yes Question 15: During x-ray of the lungs, the diaphragm moves to its lowest position when?

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Erect inspiration Question 16: Why should chest x-rays be performed after the patient has suspended respiration after the second inspiration?

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To better expand the lungs.Question 17: Where is the CR entered on a patient for the dorsal decubitus projection?

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Midcoronal plane, approximately 3-4 inches distal to jugular notch Question 18: Which side of the thorax will best demonstrate free air when the patient is in the left lateral decubitus position?

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Right Question 19: With reference to the IR, how are the MSP and the MCP positioned for a chest PA projection?

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MSP: perpendicular; MCP: parallel Question 20: Where is the CR entered on a patient for the ventral decubitus projection?

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Midcoronal plane at level of T7

Question 21: What is the general purpose for using a lateral decubitus position?

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To demonstrate air or fluid levels in the thorax.Question 22: What body plane should be perpendicular and centered to the midline of the IR?

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Midcoronal Question 23: Using the lateral decubitus position for patients unable to stand best demonstrates which pathologic condition of the chest?

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Air or fluid levels Question 24: When performing a frontal projection of the chest, why is the PA projection preferred?

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It places the heart closest to the IR

Question 25: How many ribs should be seen on an adult chest x-ray?

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10

Question 26: Why should chest x-rays be performed with a 72-inch SID?

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To minimize magnification of the heart.Question 27: Which chest projection demonstrates lung apices free from superimposition with the clavicles?

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AP axial projection, lordotic position (Lindblom method) Question 28: To demonstrate free air in the thoracic cavity on patient's left side, what position is used?

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Right Lateral decubitus