History Taking
Good history taking involves the collection of objective and subjective data. All of the following are examples of subjective data EXCEPT the patient's:
A. Emotions
B. Respiratory Rate
C. Speech Pattern
D. Ability to follow your instructions
B. Respiratory Rate
What type of "holding breath" instructions should be given for an AP projection (patient supine) of the ribs located above the diaphragm?
Expose upon inspiration.
What should a technologist do if the sterile environment is violated during a surgical procedure?
Notify a member of the surgical team immediately.
Which of the following factors should be the first consideration in controlling motion for the pediatric patient?
Short Exposure Time
Which of the following is not one of the sacred seven of medical histories?
A. Severity
B. Birth Date
C. Onset
D. Chronology
Birth Date
A patient enters the emergency department (ED) with a possible pneumothorax of the right lung. The patient is unable to stand or sit erect. Which specific position should be performed to diagnose this condition?
Left Lateral Decubitus
Think we want affected side up.
What is the abbreviation ORIF refer to:
Open Reduction Internal Fixation
Another term for the CML injury is:
Corner Fracture
(Remember from Child Abuse)
In recording a patient history for the radiologist, you note that the patient has an open sore on her ankle. In your description, you indicate that the sore is draining and has a foul odor. This information deals with the __ of a patient history.
A patient enters the ED with a possible fractured sternum. The patient is supine and unable to lie prone. What routine exams would best demonstrate the sternum?
LPO and horizontal beam lateral
What method would best reduce patient dosage during a fluoroscopic procedure in surgery?
Use intermittent fluoro
Where is the CR centered for a kidneys, ureter, and bladder (KUB) performed on an infant?
1in above the umbilicus
Objective data regarding a patient's history:
A. Are more important than subjective data.
B. Deal with a patient's feelings
C. Consistent of a patient's vital signs
D. Are an effective way to explain the patient's pain level
C. Consistent of a patient's vital signs
A fracture in which the bone is broken into three pieces, with the middle fragment fractured at both ends, is termed __ fracture.
Segmental
What procedure may require the use of Luque or Harrington rods?
Scoliosis corrective procedure
What immobilization device is recommended for an erect abdomen projection on an 18 month old?
Pigg-O-Stat
An important piece of information regarding a patient's need for medical care is sought by physicians and medical professionals. Many times, patients are vague about their pain or reason for seeing the doctor. It is important to discover the patient's __ for seeking medical care.
A. chief complaint
B. Pain Threshold
C. Tolerance
D. Insurance Incentive
A. Chief Complaint
How should the CR be aligned for a trauma PA projection of the elbow?
In orthopedic terms, CR refers to:
Closed Reduction
What is the average transit time for the barium to reach the ileocecal valve during a pediatric small bowel study?
1 Hour