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Midterm Review-Exam 2
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 1
07/11/2017

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Term
For a lateral projection of the hand, the central ray is directed to the:
Definition
second digit MCP joint
Term
Which of the following devices is necessary to demonstrate the IP joints with a PA oblique projection of the hand
Definition
45-degree foam wedge
Term
For the lateral projection of the forearm, the elbow should be flexed
Definition
90 degrees
Term
The hand consists of how many bones?
Definition
27
Term
The IR must be elevated how many degrees for the PA axial projection of the wrist (Stecher method)?
Definition
20 degrees
Term
The first bone located on the proximal row and lateral side of the wrist is called the
Definition
scaphoid
Term
Which items would be needed for radiographic examinations of the upper limb?
Definition

lead apron

sandbags

foam wedges

Term
For a lateral projection of the second through fifth digits, the central ray is
Definition
0 degrees
Term
Soft tissue radiographs of the elbow in the lateral position are often ordered to demonstrate:
Definition
fat pads
Term
The PA oblique projection of the wrist in lateral rotation requires a wrist angulation of:
Definition
45 degrees
Term

Which of the following objects would be needed to perform a PA oblique projection of a finger?

 

1.) 2-inch block 2.) lead shield 3.) 45-degree foam wedge  

Definition
lead shield and 45-degree foam wedge
Term
Which of the following is the primary projection used to demonstrate anterior or posterior displacement of fractures of the hand or wrist?
Definition
Lateral
Term
Which of the following projections of the elbow will demonstrate the radial head and neck free of superimposition?
Definition
AP oblique projection, lateral rotation
Term
How many phalanges are there in the hand?
Definition
14
Term
The central-ray angulation for the PA axial projection of the wrist (Stecher method) is:
Definition
0 degrees
Term
At the lateral (thumb) side of the hand, the digit is called the:
Definition
first digit
Term
The lateral projection of the forearm should clearly demonstrate which of the following? 1.) elbow joint 2.) radius and ulna 3.) proximal row of carpal bones
Definition
1, 2, & 3
Term
The PA projection of the wrist in ulnar deviation clearly demonstrates the:
Definition
scaphoid
Term
For a PA oblique projection of the first digit (thumb) the hand is placed in the:
Definition
prone position
Term
For a PA projection of the second digit, the central ray is directed to the:
Definition
proximal interphalangeal joint
Term
If the IR and wrist are placed flat on the table for the PA axial projection of the wrist (Stecher method), the central ray must be angled:
Definition
20 degrees
Term
For the lateral projection of the elbow, the elbow joint should be flexed
Definition
90 degrees
Term
The "Coyle" method is a projection devised for obtaining images of the radial head and coronoid process on patients who cannot fully extend the elbow for medial and lateral oblique projections of the elbow
Definition
True
Term
Which of the following is demonstrated free of superimposition on an AP oblique projection of the elbow in lateral rotation?
Definition
radial head and neck
Term
[image]what bone is this?
Definition
Proximal Ulna
Term
[image]
Definition
radial head
Term
The only saddle joint in the human body is the:
Definition
first digit, carpometacarpal joint
Term
For the AP projection of the forearm, the hand is:
Definition
Supinated
Term
ALARA means As Low As Reasonably Achievable?
Definition
True
Term
Which of the following central-ray angles is used for the lateral projection of the wrist?
Definition
0 degrees
Term
A fracture of the distal radius with posterior displacement is known as a ____ fracture
Definition
Colle's
Term
How many degrees should the elbow be angled for an AP oblique projection in lateral rotation?
Definition
45 degrees
Term
Flexing the fingers for a PA projection of the wrist causes which of the following
Definition
placement of the carpal bones closer to the IR
Term

Which of the following joints should be clearly demonstrated on the AP projection of the forearm?

1.) wrist

2.) elbow

3.) proximal humerus

Definition
1 & 2
Term
The most common oblique projection of the third through fifth digits is:
Definition
PA with lateral rotation
Term
The patient position most commonly used to perform a radiograph of a finger (digit) is:
Definition
Sitting at the end of the table
Term
The central ray for a PA projection of the wrist is directed to the:
Definition
midcarpal area
Term
[image]
Definition
ulna
Term

Which of the following should be on the same plane for a lateral projection of the elbow?

1.) wrist joint

2.) elbow joint

3.) shoulder joint

Definition
1, 2, and 3
Term
If a patient is unable to extend the forearm for an AP projection of the elbow, how many projections are necessary to avoid distortion of the joint?
Definition
2
Term
[image]
Definition
coronoid process
Term
What is the central-ray angulation for the AP elbow when the forearm is partially flexed?
Definition
0 degrees
Term
The PA axial projection of the wrist (Stecher method) clearly demonstrates the:
Definition
scaphoid
Term
The central-ray angle for a PA oblique projection of the wrist is:
Definition
0 degrees
Term
For exact positioning of the PA oblique wrist, and to ensure duplication in follow-up examinations, which of the following is required?
Definition
45-degree foam wedge
Term
[image]
Definition
radius
Term
The central-ray angulation for the PA projection of the hand is:
Definition
0 degrees
Term
A fracture of the metacarpal neck is known as a ____ fracture.
Definition
Boxer's
Term
For the AP projection of the elbow, the humeral epicondyles are:
Definition
parallel to the IR
Term
[image]
Definition
anterior
Term
[image]
Definition
olecranon process
Term

The forearm consists of which of the following bones?

1.) ulna

2.) radius

3.) humerus

Definition
1 and 2
Term
For the PA projection of the wrist in ulnar deviation, the central ray is angled:
Definition
0 degrees
Term
How many degrees is the hand rotated for a PA oblique projection of the digit?
Definition
45 Degrees
Term
For the AP projection of the elbow, the hand is:
Definition
supinated
Term
How many degrees should the elbow be angled for an AP oblique projection in medial rotation?
Definition
45 degrees
Term
For a PA projection of the hand, the central ray is directed to the:
Definition
third MCP joint
Term

Which of the following projections clearly demonstrates the scaphoid?

1.) PA in ulnar flexion

2.) PA oblique in lateral rotation

3.) PA axial (Stecher method)

Definition
1 and 3
Term
[image]
Definition

Ulna

 

Term
How many degrees is the central ray angled for the AP forearm?
Definition
0 degrees
Term

Which of the following positions are used to demonstrate the hand in the lateral projection?

1.) ulnar surface down, hand extended

2.) radial surface down, hand extended

3.) ulnar surface down, finger in "fan lateral"

Definition
1, 2, and 3
Term
How many phalanges are there in the thumb?
Definition
2
Term
For the PA projection of the wrist in ulnar deviation, the central ray is directed to the:
Definition
scaphoid
Term
For a lateral projection of the wrist, the elbow must be flexed:
Definition
90 degrees
Term
[image]
Definition
trochlear notch
Term
Which of the following is the largest carpal bone?
Definition
capitate
Term

The SID for upper extremities is 72" 

True or False

Definition
False
Term

Which of the following should be in contact with the tabletop for a PA projection of the wrist?

1.) arm

2.) axilla

3.) forearm

Definition
1, 2, and 3
Term

Which fat pads are seen on a normal lateral elbow radiograph?

1.) anterior

2.) posterior

3.) supinator

Definition
1 and 3
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