18 Questions
What is the purpose of the lateral decubitus position in chest X-ray?
To detect pleural effusion
What is the characteristic of the trachea on a chest X-ray?
It is radiolucent and to the right of the aortic arch
What is the characteristic of the costophrenic angles and recesses?
They are sharp and clearly visible
What is the location of the stomach air in relation to the diaphragm?
Below the left diaphragm
What is the effect of the magnification effect on the heart in a chest X-ray?
It will appear smaller
What is the characteristic of the dorsal vertebra on a good chest X-ray?
It is barely visible through the heart
What is the percentage of adult cases where the CXR is normal in Primary Tuberculosis?
15%
What is the characteristic of the nodules in Miliary Tuberculosis?
2-3 mm sized nodules
What is the purpose of the PA projection in chest X-ray?
To evaluate the quality of CXR
What is the percentage of adult cases where Primary Tuberculosis presents with Lymphadenopathy?
43%
What is the most common accessory fissure in the lung?
Azygos fissure
What is the characteristic of Post-primary Tuberculosis?
Progressive and can be a re-infection or reactivation
What is the characteristic feature of Endobronchial Tuberculosis on a Chest X-ray?
Tree-in-bud pattern
What is the primary indication for a CT scan in thoracic imaging?
Further analysis of anomalies seen on Chest X-ray
What is the characteristic feature of a benign Solitary Pulmonary Nodule?
Complete or central calcification
What is the primary symptom of Foreign Body Aspiration?
Choking
What is the characteristic feature of COPD on a Chest X-ray?
Hyper-expanded lungs with flattening of both hemi-diaphragms
What is the primary advantage of CT scans in thoracic imaging?
Detailed anatomy and cross-sectional images
Learn about radiological examination of the chest, including evaluating CXR quality, basic radiographic anatomy, and common imaging findings in emergency conditions.
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