Abd and Chest Imaging
This abdominal projection is often selected to best demonstrate the presence of an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Dorsal Decub
This medical term is the formal diagnosis for a bowel obstruction
Ileus
The necessary Central Ray (CR) angulation for an AP axial clavicle projection on a hypersthenic patient typically falls within this 5-degree range
15-20
When performing an acute abdomen series, this lateral decubitus position is preferred because it places the liver margin superiorly, allowing free air to be visualized beneath it
Left lateral Decub
To eliminate motion blur caused by involuntary contractions such as bowel peristalsis during a repeat abdominal exposure, the radiographer should decrease this factor
mAs
The chief disadvantage of performing an AP chest projection compared to a PA projection is the resulting increased magnification of this vital organ
Heart
A local or generalized infection of the bone or bone marrow, typically caused by bacteria introduced via trauma or surgery
osteomyelitis
The CR angulation required for the AP oblique projection of the foot
15-20 posteriorly
This positioning requirement is the most crucial factor for demonstrating potential air and fluid levels within the chest
having the patient in an erect or decubitus position
If an AP pelvis radiograph shows the right iliac wing is foreshortened compared to the left, this specific rotational positioning error has been committed
left rotation
To ensure the diaphragm is visible on an AP erect abdomen image, the top of the image receptor should be positioned near this anatomical landmark
Axilla
This is the term for the internal ridge or prominence where the trachea divides into the right and left bronchi
Carina
The required CR angulation to the long axis of the foot for a plantodorsal (axial) projection of the calcaneus (degree and direction)
40 cephalic
If a PA and a lateral projection of the chest are inconclusive in demonstrating a possible mass beneath the right clavicle, this projection is often added to the routine
AP lordotic
If an AP pelvis radiograph reveals that the left obturator foramen is more open or elongated compared to the right, this rotational error has occurred
right rotation
To properly visualize air-fluid levels on an AP erect abdomen projection, the patient must maintain this position for a minimum of five minutes before the exposure
Upright
The dense fibrous membrane that acts as a protective covering for bone.
periosteum
In an AP external rotation projection of the shoulder, the humeral epicondyles must maintain this specific relationship relative to the image receptor (IR)
Parallel
This oblique ankle projection is specifically designed to open the joint space of the medial and lateral aspects of the tibiotalar joint
AP mortise projection
This excessive rotation of the forearm is the positioning error that causes the complete separation between the proximal radius and the ulna on an AP elbow projection
excessive lateral rotation
To reduce the magnification of the heart on an AP supine chest performed in the Emergency Department (ED), the technologist should increase what as much as possible
SID
These three bones—the ilium, ischium, and pubis—ultimately fuse together to form this deep, cup-shaped structure of the pelvis
Acetabulum
Rotating the lower limb 15° to 20° internally for an AP hip projection serves this crucial purpose, ensuring accurate visualization of a key anatomical structure
femoral neck parallel to the image receptor
In the Emergency Room (ER) for a patient with possible bilateral fractured hips, the recommended radiographic routine is an AP pelvis plus what projection?
modified axiolateral (Clements-Nakayama method)
This respiratory phase should be employed during the exposure for the anteroposterior (AP) kidneys, ureter, and bladder (KUB) abdomen projection
Expiration