Sonography and Ultrasound Procedures Quiz

A highly skilled medical professional trained to use ultrasound to image the human body.

A written or typed document detailing information from a sonographic examination. It includes measurements, organ appearance, and any abnormal findings.

Data gathered through sonographic exams.

Simulation objects made of tissue, similar to the human body, used for practice.

A specialized type of radiology focusing on vascular interventions.

A modality that uses magnetic waves to obtain images of the human body in various planes.

A trained healthcare professional who assists patients throughout pregnancy.

A memorization technique; an acronym or a phrase formed from the initial letters in a phrase or a word.

An x-ray procedure that utilizes a contrast agent to identify abnormalities of the spinal cord.

A modality that employs radioactive material for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases.

A nuclear medicine test that requires the patient to exercise or be injected with a medication that stresses the heart for imaging purposes.

A physician trained in the care of pregnant patients.

Something that is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions.

An inclusive order of necessary steps in a sonographic examination.

A sonographic examination where pulsed ultrasound waves are sent into the body; the returned wave returns to the transducer.

The best location on the body for placing the ultrasound transducer to get the clearest image of both normal anatomy and any potential problems. It's like finding the perfect angle to see a hidden object.

An X-ray procedure where a special liquid is used to highlight a joint, such as the shoulder, knee, or hip, on an X-ray image.

The process of forming an opinion or belief based on guesses or assumptions, not on facts or evidence.

Sound that is within the range of human hearing.

A test preparation method where a student memorizes a large amount of information and then quickly writes it down on paper when the test begins.

A medication used in nuclear medicine imaging to see the blood flow in the heart.

Physicians who specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels.

A specialized radiographer who assists physicians in the treatment of heart and blood vessel disorders using imaging technology.

The ability to perform sonographic examinations without assistance, achieving accurate diagnoses and demonstrating proficiency.

Information gathered from a patient's medical history, signs and symptoms, previous illnesses, past surgeries, lab results, and diagnostic tests.

A document used by students to reflect on their personal and professional development, especially in clinical settings.

An imaging modality that uses X-rays to create cross-sectional images of the body, often called a CT or CAT scan.

A substance ingested or injected to improve the visibility of specific anatomy or to treat disease.

A substance used to transmit ultrasound waves from the transducer to the body, applied to the skin to improve sound transmission.

The ability to use knowledge, experience, and ethical principles to make informed judgments and decisions in clinical practice.

Training in multiple imaging modalities (e.g., ultrasound, CT, MRI) to enhance versatility and provide comprehensive patient care.

A registered radiographer who specializes in performing and interpreting computed tomography scans.