Questions and Answers
What radiographic procedure must you use sterile gloves for touching items on the tray?
Myelogram
Written defamation of character is known as?
Libel
Which drug would you administer when a patient develops urticaria?
Antihistamine
What is another name for hives?
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A skin rash triggered by a reaction to food, medicine, or other irritants is known as?
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Transmission of an infection by insects such as a tick or mosquito is known as a?
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When an object is free of all microorganisms it is termed?
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Why is the IV bag 18 to 20 inches above the level of the vein?
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An inanimate object that has been in contact with an infectious organism is a?
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A specific situation in which a drug, procedure, or surgery should not be used because it may be harmful to the person is called?
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The main advantage of using non-ionic water-soluble contrast media on the patient would be?
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What type of radiographic procedure requires an intrathecal injection?
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______ is a route of administration for drugs via an injection into the spinal canal.
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Which gauge size has the biggest lumen?
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If the CR is angled 40° cephalic, what projection of the calcaneus are you taking?
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In the thoracic cavity, each lung is enclosed in a?
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Which projection of the foot will best demonstrate the long arch?
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In the AP axial projection Townes of the skull with the CR directed 30° caudal to the OML and passing midway between the EAM, which structures are best demonstrated?
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Not alive, especially not in the manner of animals and humans. Objects like stones showing no sign of life; lifeless are termed?
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An imaging examination that involves the introduction of a spinal needle into the spinal canal and the injection of contrast material in the space around the spinal cord and nerve roots using fluoroscopy is a?
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The best way to control voluntary motion is?
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What is demonstrated on the oblique position of the cervical spine?
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In relation to the esophagus, the trachea is located where?
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Which position will demonstrate the right axillary ribs?
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The manubrial notch is located at the level of?
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Which projection of the ankle would best demonstrate the distal tibiofibular joint?
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What is the position of the gallbladder in an asthenic patient?
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The true lateral position of the skull uses which of the following principles?
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During myelography, a contrast medium is injected into which space?
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Which position of the elbow will separate the radial head, neck, and tuberosity from the superimposition of the ulna?
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With the patient in the PA position and the OML and CR perpendicular to the IR, where will the petrous pyramids be demonstrated within the orbits?
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The sternoclavicular joint is best demonstrated with the patient PA and which additional position?
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Study Notes
Myelography and Related Procedures
- Myelogram requires the use of sterile gloves when handling items on the tray.
- Involves intrathecal injection of a contrast medium into the spinal canal.
- Contrast medium is injected into the subarachnoid space during myelography.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Written defamation of character is termed libel.
- Contraindication refers to situations where a drug or procedure may cause harm to a patient.
Patient Care
- Antihistamines should be administered if a patient displays urticaria (hives).
- Careful explanation of procedures to patients is the best way to control voluntary motion during imaging.
Infection Control
- Vector refers to the transmission of infections through insects, such as ticks and mosquitoes.
- An object, like a fomite, that has come into contact with infectious organisms poses an infection risk.
Imaging and Radiographic Techniques
- Sterile means that an object is free from all microorganisms.
- The IV bag should be positioned 18 to 20 inches above the level of the vein to prevent backflow and clot formation.
- The smallest gauge number corresponds to the largest lumen in a needle.
- The lateral-medial erect position of the foot demonstrates the long arch.
- In the AP axial projection of the skull, a 30° caudal angle illustrates the occipital bone.
Anatomy and Positioning
- Each lung is encased in the pleura within the thoracic cavity.
- The trachea is located anteriorly to the esophagus.
- The manubrial notch is at the T2-T3 interspace.
- The gallbladder in an asthenic patient is positioned inferior and medial.
- Petrous pyramids are demonstrated completely within the orbits in a PA position when OML and CR are perpendicular to the IR.
Specific Imaging Positions
- RPO or LAO positions show the right axillary ribs clearly.
- The medial oblique 45° ankle projection best visualizes the distal tibiofibular joint.
- For separating the radial head and neck from the ulna in the elbow, lateral or external oblique positioning is required.
- The sternoclavicular joint is best imaged using a slightly oblique PA position with the affected side against the IR.
Motion and Image Quality
- Voluntary motion control is crucial for quality imaging; reassurance and clear communication with the patient are effective strategies.
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