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Positioning - Chapter 16 & 17
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 1
09/21/2017

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Term
The routinely used methods of examining the stomach include:
1.) no contrast
2.) single contrast
3.) double contrast
Definition
2.) single contrast
3.) double contrast
Term
Which of the following are components of the alimentary canal?
1.) mouth and pharynx
2.) stomach and intestine
3.) liver and pancreas
Definition
1.) mouth and pharynx
2.) stomach and intestine
Term
What is the respiration phase for an AP abdominal radiograph done in the supine position?
Definition

expiration

Term
Functions of the gallbladder include:
1.) storing bile
2.) concentrating bile
3.) storing cholecystokinin
Definition
1.) storing bile
2.) concentrating bile
Term
What is the respiration phase for all projections of the biliary tract?
Definition
Expiration
Term
Which quadrant does the liver lies in?
Definition
Upper Right Quadrant
Term
The most commonly performed abdominal examination is referred to as a(n):
Definition
KUB
Term
Where is the center of the IR positioned for an upright PA abdominal radiograph?
Definition
2 inches above the iliac crests
Term
A properly exposed abdominal radiograph will exhibit the:
1.) psoas muscles
2.) lower border of the liver
3.) transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae
Definition
1.) psoas muscles
2.) lower border of the liver
3.) transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae
Term
Which of the following organs lie in the abdominal cavity?
1.) stomach
2.) gallbladder
3.) kidneys
Definition
1.) stomach
2.) gallbladder
3.) kidneys
Term
Where is the center of the IR positioned for an AP abdominal radiograph done in the supine position?
Definition
iliac crests
Term
The patient "prep" for a morning stomach examination is:
Definition

 

 

food and fluid are withheld after midnight

Term
Functions of the stomach include:
1.) storage of food
2.) absorption of food products
3.) chemical breakdown of food
Definition

1.) storage of food

3.) chemical breakdown of food

Term
What is the average degree of body rotation for an AP oblique projection of the stomach and duodenum?
Definition
45 degrees
Term
Which of the following are essential oblique projections of the stomach and duodenum?
1.) AP projection, LPO
2.) PA projection, RAO
3.) PA projection, LAO
Definition
1.) AP projection, LPO
2.) PA projection, RAO
Term
Which projection of the stomach would best demonstrate a diaphragmatic herniation?
Definition

AP, Trendelenburg’s position

Term
What is the recommended general body position for a radiographic series of the esophagus?
Definition
recumbent
Term
How much lower should the IR be positioned when the upright position is used for projections of the stomach?
Definition
3 to 6 inches
Term
For which projection of the stomach would a positioning sponge be used?
Definition
AP Oblique
Term
Which of the following are the essential projections for an esophagus series?
1.) AP or PA
2.) lateral
3.) PA oblique
Definition
1.) AP or PA
2.) lateral
3.) PA oblique
Term

Which of the following are prime considerations in producing an optimal radiograph of the abdomen?

1.) apply compression
2.) explain the breathing procedure to the patient
3.) do not start the exposure for 1 to 2 seconds after suspension of respiration

Definition
2.) explain the breathing procedure to the patient
3.) do not start the exposure for 1 to 2 seconds after suspension of respiration
Term
Which plane is positioned to the center of the grid for the lateral projection of the stomach and duodenum?
Definition
a plane passing midway between the midcoronal plane and the anterior surface of the abdomen
Term
A specific radiographic examination of the biliary ducts is termed:
Definition
cholangiography
Term
The combining form cholangi(o)- means
Definition
bile ducts
Term
What is the recommended oblique projection and position for the best demonstration of the esophagus?
Definition
PA, RAO
Term
One of the primary reasons a left lateral decubitus abdominal radiograph is performed is to demonstrate:
Definition
air-fluid levels
Term
Which  plane is centered to the grid for the PA oblique projection of the stomach and duodenum?
Definition
a longitudinal plane midway between the vertebrae and the lateral border of the elevated side
Term
A PA projection of the stomach and duodenum can be performed using a 24- ´ 30-cm IR. Which of the following describes the plane that is centered to the grid for this projection?
Definition
a sagittal plane passing halfway between the midline and the lateral border of the abdomen
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