Chapter 1-3
In which of the four major quadrants of the abdomen would the appendix be found?
Right lower quadrant
How much kVp would you use most likely for a finger?
50
What oblique of the foot will best demonstrate the space between first and second metatarsals and between first and second cuneiforms?
Lateral oblique
Shielding the patient is appropriate for lower extremity exams.
True or False
True
A narrower, acute angle of pubic arch and more oval/heart-shape of inlet describes the general shape of a ___________ pelvis.
Male
What are the two main landmarks used for chest positioning (PA and AP)?
Vertebra Prominens, Jugular Notch
Which of the following would best describe a breathing technique that could be used for an AP Scapula or a Transthoracic Lateral Humerus projection?
Low mA, high seconds
How many degrees do you rotate the leg/foot for an AP mortise projection of the ankle?
15-20
What three bones make up the ankle joint?
tibia, fibula, talus
The internal rotation of the long axis of the feet and lower limbs 15-20 degrees will demonstrate the _________.
lesser trochanters not visible/slightly visible
What is name of the two small depressions found on the anterior aspect of the distal humerus?
Radial and coronoid fossa
When an exam is performed table-top, which of the following is the appropriate technique selection? (for example, a hand exam)
Manual technique
The lateral malleolus is about 15° more posterior to the medial malleolus.
To place the lower leg and foot in a 90 degree angle at the ankle joint, what motion is required?
Dorsiflexion
Which bones fuse to form the acetabulum?
Ischium, pubis, and ilium
How much kVp would you most likely use for a CXR at the wall bucky?
110
What is the best way to perform AC joints supine?
Have the patient hold onto gauze or a sheet with knees bent, then slowly straighten legs.
How much angle do you use on an AP projection of the knee for an average patient size?
No angle
What mobility type is considered for the majority of the joints in the lower leg?
Diarthrodial
For an AP proximal femur, the required amount of degree rotation of the affected leg for a true AP is______.
15-20
You have an asthenic patent for a clavicle exam. How many degrees would angle the tube for the axial projection?
30 degrees
A radiograph of a PA oblique of the hand reveals that the mid-aspect of the fourth and fifth metacarpals are superimposed. What specific positioning error has been committed?
Excessive rotation of the hand and/or wrist
How many degrees and what direction do you angle for a lateral knee on an average sized patient that is recumbent and on the table?
5-7°
Which bone of the foot has a prominent tuberosity that is frequently fractured?
5th metatarsal
What CR angle is required for the AP axial, inlet projection?
40° caudad