Body
The intervertebral foramina of the thoracic spine are clearly demonstrated on which projection?
Lateral
Which of the following joints are considered synovial-gliding?
1. costochondral joints
2. costovertebral joints
3. costotransverse joints
2 and 3
Which of the following is the recommended breathing technique that should be used when examining the ribs that lie below the diaphragm?
One deep expiration and hold
Which ribs are demonstrated on an AP oblique projection?
Side closest to the IR
Which of the following landmarks corresponds with the T2-3 intervertebral disk space?
Jugular notch
The intervertebral foramina of the thoracic spine form an angle of how many degrees with the midsagittal plane?
90
All of the joints of the thoracic vertebral column are synovial gliding except?
Intervertebral
What is the respiration phase for the PA projection of the upper ribs?
Full inspiration and suspend
How many ribs attach directly to the sternum?
7
The xiphoid process corresponds to the vertebral level of:
T9-10
Which of the following structures connects the anterior aspect of the ribs to the sternum?
Costocartilage
The zygapophyseal joints of the thoracic spine form an angle of how many degrees with the midsagittal plane?
70 to 75
What is the respiration phase for the lateral projection of the thoracic spine when utilizing an orthostatic breathing technique?
Slow, shallow breathing
The costal cartilages of the eighth through tenth ribs attach to:
Costal cartilage of the seventh rib.
Where should the superior edge of the collimated field be placed for an AP projection of the thoracic vertebrae?
1 to 2 inches above the jugular notch
What kVp range (digital systems) is recommended for an AP projection of the ribs found below the diaphragm?
75 to 85 kVp
The intervertebral joints of the spinal column are classified as which joint type?
Cartilaginous symphysis.
The central ray enters at the level of ____ for a PA projection of the upper ribs.
T7
Which ribs articulate with the vertebrae only?
11-12
An abnormal increase in the convexity of the thoracic spine is termed
Kyphosis
Which of the following should the technologist employ when performing procedures of the ribs?
1, 3, 4
The sternocostal joint of the 1st rib is classified as which of the following?
Cartilaginous—synchondroses.
Where is the IR centered for an AP projection of the ribs below the diaphragm?
Midway between the xiphoid process and inferior costal margin
Which position will best demonstrate the left anterior ribs?
RAO
How many thoracic vertebrae have a small concave facet on the transverse process, for articulation with the tubercle of a rib?
10