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What is the most common planar examination in radiography?
What is the most common planar examination in radiography?
- Brain radiography
- Leg radiography
- Abdomen radiography
- Chest radiography (correct)
How many CXRs were taken in Australia in 2021?
How many CXRs were taken in Australia in 2021?
- 2,000,000
- 500,000
- 1,000,000
- 1,664,366 (correct)
Which book is mentioned as required reading for chest radiography?
Which book is mentioned as required reading for chest radiography?
- Merrill's Atlas (correct)
- Basic Radiology Textbook
- Physics in Radiography
- Radiation Biology Handbook
What is done before touching/moving/positioning a patient in radiography?
What is done before touching/moving/positioning a patient in radiography?
What is an essential step in setting up the room for a radiography procedure?
What is an essential step in setting up the room for a radiography procedure?
What should be done after completing an X-ray procedure?
What should be done after completing an X-ray procedure?
What is a common pathology that can be identified in a chest x-ray involving the presence of air in the pleural cavity?
What is a common pathology that can be identified in a chest x-ray involving the presence of air in the pleural cavity?
When evaluating a chest x-ray, what is the appropriate terminology for describing a chest tube incorrectly positioned in the trachea instead of the bronchus?
When evaluating a chest x-ray, what is the appropriate terminology for describing a chest tube incorrectly positioned in the trachea instead of the bronchus?
What is the main purpose of patient preparation for chest radiography?
What is the main purpose of patient preparation for chest radiography?
Which technical requirement is essential for a PA chest radiograph?
Which technical requirement is essential for a PA chest radiograph?
What type of patient modification might be necessary when imaging a pediatric patient for a chest x-ray?
What type of patient modification might be necessary when imaging a pediatric patient for a chest x-ray?
What is an example of a routine or typical indication for a chest radiography examination?
What is an example of a routine or typical indication for a chest radiography examination?
What is the most common medical imaging modality based on the provided data?
What is the most common medical imaging modality based on the provided data?
In radiographic practice, how should a student radiographer introduce themselves to the patient?
In radiographic practice, how should a student radiographer introduce themselves to the patient?
What is a crucial step a radiographer should take before moving or touching the patient during an examination?
What is a crucial step a radiographer should take before moving or touching the patient during an examination?
When positioning a patient for an x-ray, what should a radiographer consider regarding pregnancy risk?
When positioning a patient for an x-ray, what should a radiographer consider regarding pregnancy risk?
What is an essential aspect of preparing a patient for a radiography examination?
What is an essential aspect of preparing a patient for a radiography examination?
Why is it important for a radiographer to make eye contact and speak with the patient before an x-ray exposure?
Why is it important for a radiographer to make eye contact and speak with the patient before an x-ray exposure?
Flashcards
Most common planar exam in radiography
Most common planar exam in radiography
Chest radiography (CXR) is the most commonly performed planar radiographic examination.
CXRs in Australia 2021
CXRs in Australia 2021
1,664,366 chest X-rays were performed in Australia in 2021.
Required reading for chest radiography
Required reading for chest radiography
Merrill's Atlas is a recommended resource for studying chest radiography.
Patient consent in radiography
Patient consent in radiography
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Setting up the x-ray room
Setting up the x-ray room
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After X-ray procedure
After X-ray procedure
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Pneumothorax
Pneumothorax
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Incorrectly positioned chest tube
Incorrectly positioned chest tube
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Patient preparation for CXR
Patient preparation for CXR
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PA chest radiograph technical requirement
PA chest radiograph technical requirement
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Pediatric patient imaging
Pediatric patient imaging
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Typical indication of CXR
Typical indication of CXR
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Most common imaging modality
Most common imaging modality
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Student radiographer introduction
Student radiographer introduction
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Patient consent (before moving)
Patient consent (before moving)
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Pregnant patient consideration
Pregnant patient consideration
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Patient preparation instructions
Patient preparation instructions
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Pre-exposure communication
Pre-exposure communication
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Study Notes
Radiographic Practice
- In 2022, there were 10,632,429 diagnostic radiology examinations in Australia.
- CT scans accounted for 4,204,016 examinations, while MRI accounted for 1,352,107.
- Ultrasound examinations totaled 819,862, and nuclear medicine examinations totaled 11,583,445.
Planar Radiography
- In 2021, there were approximately 3,000,000 planar radiography examinations in Australia.
- The distribution of planar radiography examinations in 2021 was:
- 3,000,000 examinations between January and December
- 2,500,000 examinations between April and June
- 2,000,000 examinations between July and September
- 1,500,000 examinations between October and December
- 1,000,000 examinations between January and March
- 500,000 examinations between April and June
Patient Preparation and Chest Radiography
- When conducting a chest radiography examination, introduce yourself to the patient and make them feel at ease.
- ID the patient and consider the risk of pregnancy (if applicable).
- Give the patient clear instructions and prepare them for the examination.
- Gain patient consent for the examination and again before touching/moving/positioning the patient.
- Set up the x-ray console and exposure factors, and adjust the height of the XR tube and IR.
- Make the exposure using a two-step switch, and let the patient know when it's complete.
Chest Radiography
- In 2021, there were 1,664,366 chest radiography examinations in Australia.
- Chest radiography is the most common planar examination (20-65% of workload).
- PA chest radiography is a typical chest examination that will be focused on in this lecture.
- Chest radiography involves patient preparation, positioning, and image evaluation using appropriate terminology.
- Students should be able to identify and describe common pathologies, including pneumothorax, pneumoperitoneum, and pneumomediastinum.
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Test your knowledge on the overview of medical imaging modalities including the number of examinations per year for diagnostic radiology, CT scans, MRI, nuclear medicine, and ultrasound. Explore statistics from Medicare Australia for a better understanding of the distribution of planar radiography examinations.
