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A patient presents with diffuse bilateral radiopacity on a chest X-ray. Which of the following conditions is most likely?
A patient presents with diffuse bilateral radiopacity on a chest X-ray. Which of the following conditions is most likely?
- Pleural Effusion
- Pulmonary Embolus
- Pneumonia
- ARDS or IRDS (correct)
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial treatment strategy for a patient diagnosed with pulmonary edema?
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial treatment strategy for a patient diagnosed with pulmonary edema?
- Heparin
- Antibiotics
- Antitubercular agents
- Diuretics (correct)
A patient exhibits blunting of the costophrenic angle on a chest radiograph. This finding is MOST indicative of which condition?
A patient exhibits blunting of the costophrenic angle on a chest radiograph. This finding is MOST indicative of which condition?
- Pneumonia
- Atelectasis
- Pulmonary Edema
- Pleural Effusion (correct)
What radiological finding would MOST strongly suggest a diagnosis of tuberculosis?
What radiological finding would MOST strongly suggest a diagnosis of tuberculosis?
A patient's chest X-ray reveals scattered densities and thin-layered densities. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely?
A patient's chest X-ray reveals scattered densities and thin-layered densities. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely?
Which of these therapies is MOST likely to be used to manage ARDS or IRDS?
Which of these therapies is MOST likely to be used to manage ARDS or IRDS?
A patient's chest X-ray demonstrates a peripheral wedge-shaped infiltrate. Which of the following diagnoses should be suspected?
A patient's chest X-ray demonstrates a peripheral wedge-shaped infiltrate. Which of the following diagnoses should be suspected?
A chest X-ray shows increased density from consolidation and atelectasis alongside air bronchograms. Which condition is MOST likely?
A chest X-ray shows increased density from consolidation and atelectasis alongside air bronchograms. Which condition is MOST likely?
For which of the following conditions would heparin or streptokinase MOST likely be prescribed?
For which of the following conditions would heparin or streptokinase MOST likely be prescribed?
Which of the following sets of terminology are MOST closely associated with pulmonary edema?
Which of the following sets of terminology are MOST closely associated with pulmonary edema?
A patient's chest X-ray report describes an area of 'increased vascular markings.' Which of the following conditions is most likely associated with this finding?
A patient's chest X-ray report describes an area of 'increased vascular markings.' Which of the following conditions is most likely associated with this finding?
Which of the following best describes the appearance of an 'infiltrate' on a chest radiograph?
Which of the following best describes the appearance of an 'infiltrate' on a chest radiograph?
A chest X-ray reveals an area described as 'radiodense'. This finding suggests the presence of what?
A chest X-ray reveals an area described as 'radiodense'. This finding suggests the presence of what?
In the context of chest radiography, what does the term 'hyperlucency' refer to?
In the context of chest radiography, what does the term 'hyperlucency' refer to?
A patient presents with a chest X-ray indicating 'diffuse' involvement. Which of the following is the MOST accurate interpretation of this finding?
A patient presents with a chest X-ray indicating 'diffuse' involvement. Which of the following is the MOST accurate interpretation of this finding?
What pathological process is most likely to have occurred if a chest X-ray shows a consolidation in the lower right lobe?
What pathological process is most likely to have occurred if a chest X-ray shows a consolidation in the lower right lobe?
Which of the following pathological states is most likely indicated by 'radiodensity' on a chest X-ray
Which of the following pathological states is most likely indicated by 'radiodensity' on a chest X-ray
What diagnosis is least likely to be associated with hyperlucency?
What diagnosis is least likely to be associated with hyperlucency?
A chest X-ray indicates the presence of an opaque region. Considering the definitions, what underlying condition is MOST likely?
A chest X-ray indicates the presence of an opaque region. Considering the definitions, what underlying condition is MOST likely?
Which of the following conditions would least likely appear as 'radiodense' on a chest X-ray?
Which of the following conditions would least likely appear as 'radiodense' on a chest X-ray?
Flashcards
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Edema
Diffuse whiteness or infiltrate in the shape of a butterfly in both lungs.
Atelectasis (radiology)
Atelectasis (radiology)
Patchy or platelike infiltrates causing scattered or thin-layered densities in the lungs.
ARDS or IRDS
ARDS or IRDS
Ground glass or honeycomb appearance with diffuse bilateral radiopacity.
Pleural Effusion
Pleural Effusion
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Pneumonia (radiology)
Pneumonia (radiology)
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Pulmonary Embolus
Pulmonary Embolus
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Tuberculosis (radiology)
Tuberculosis (radiology)
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Pulmonary Edema treatment
Pulmonary Edema treatment
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Atelectasis treatment
Atelectasis treatment
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ARDS or IRDS treatments
ARDS or IRDS treatments
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Radiolucent
Radiolucent
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Radiodense/opacity
Radiodense/opacity
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Infiltrate
Infiltrate
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Consolidation
Consolidation
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Hyperlucency
Hyperlucency
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Vascular markings
Vascular markings
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Diffuse
Diffuse
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Opaque
Opaque
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Study Notes
Diagnostic Descriptions and Interpretation
Pulmonary Edema
- Terminology includes fluffy infiltrates, butterfly pattern, and batwing pattern.
- Described as diffuse whiteness or an infiltrate in the shape of a butterfly.
- Treated with diuretics, digitalis, and digoxin to strengthen the heart.
Atelectasis
- Terminology includes patchy infiltrates, platelike infiltrates, crowded pulmonary vessels, and crowded air bronchograms.
- Described as scattered densities or thin-layered densities.
- Treated with Lung Expansion Therapy, including SMI/IS, IPPB, CPAP, and PEEP.
ARDS or IRDS
- Terminology includes ground glass appearance, honeycomb pattern, and diffuse bilateral radiopacity all over both lungs.
- Described as reticulogranular or reticulonodular.
- Treated with oxygen, low VT or PIP, CPAP to recruit lung alveoli, and PEEP to reduce shunting.
Pleural Effusion
- Fluid outside lungs.
- Terminology includes blunting/obliteration of costophrenic angle, basilar infiltrates with meniscus, and concave superior interface/border.
- Described as fluid level on affected side and possible mediastinal shift to unaffected side.
- Treated with thoracentesis, chest tube, antibiotics, and steroids.
Pneumonia
- Terminology includes air bronchogram.
- Increased density from consolidation and atelectasis.
- Treated with antibiotics.
Pulmonary Embolus
- Terminology includes peripheral wedge-shaped infiltrate.
- May be normal.
- Treated with Heparin to prevent clots from forming and Streptokinase to also break down clots for emergency use.
Tuberculosis
- Terminology includes cavity formation often in upper lobes of lungs.
- Treated with antitubercular agents.
Radiology Terminology and Interpretation
Radiolucent
- Described as a dark pattern indicating air.
- Appears normal in lungs.
Radiodense/Opacity
- Described as a white pattern indicating solid or fluid.
- Appears normal for bones and organs.
Infiltrate
- Described as any ill-defined radiodensity, potentially worse than an infiltrate.
- Associated with atelectasis.
Consolidation
- Solid white area.
- Associated with pneumonia or pleural effusion; may have hyperlucency at times.
Hyperlucency
- Indicates extra pulmonary air.
- Associated with COPD, asthma attack, or pneumothorax.
Vascular Markings
- Involving lymphatics, vessels, and lung tissue.
- Increased with congestive heart failure (CHF) and absent with pneumothorax due to increased fluid overload.
Diffuse
- Spread throughout.
- Associated with atelectasis or pneumonia.
Opaque
- Fluid or solid.
- Indicates consolidation.
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