ARRT Examination Review Questions PDF

Question 1. Documentation proof of CE credits could require which of the following? 1. Content of the education opportunity 2. Number of contact hours 3. Name of speaker/presenter 4. Name/signature of sponsor or authorized representative 5. The CE –approved reference number when applicable...

Question 1. Documentation proof of CE credits could require which of the following? 1. Content of the education opportunity 2. Number of contact hours 3. Name of speaker/presenter 4. Name/signature of sponsor or authorized representative 5. The CE –approved reference number when applicable A. all of these options B. 1, 2 and 4 C. 1, 3 and 5 D. 2, 4 and 5 Question 2 Match the term with its meaning Mammography A radiographic examination of the breast using specialized x-ray equipment. Radiologic Assistant Radiology Responsible for patient assessment, patient management, fluoroscopy with radiologist supervision, make initial image observation and communicate to supervising radiologist Nuclear Medicine Uses the artificially produced radioactive elements that are introduced into different organs of the body. Radiopharmaceuticals Emit radiation and they can be detected therefore giving information on the structure, function, secretion and volume of a particular organ. Radiation Therapist The person who administrates radiation treatments to patients according to the prescription and instructions of a physician. Medical dosimetrist Involved in treatment planning and dose calculations in radiation treatment. Bone densitometry Most often used to diagnose osteoporosis a condition that is often recognized in menopausal women but can occur in men Computed tomography Using radiation to gather anatomical information from a cross-sectional plane of the body and presenting it in a three-dimensional image Sonography Uses high-frequency sound waves to form an image. Magnetic resonance Imaging It provides cross-sectional or three-dimensional images without using x-rays or radioactive materials. Question 3 Match the following with the correct term. Registration Meet of all continuing eligibility requirement Certification Meet all initial eligibility requirement Question 4 Candidates have a 90-day window within which they can schedule a test appointment. True False Question 5 _______ Medicine technology uses radioactive isotopes to create gamma radiation A. Nuclear B. Radiation Therapy C. MRI D. PET CT Question 6 True or False: There are 230 graded questions on the ARRT examination? True False **There are 200 graded questions and 30 pilot questions which are not graded.** Question 7 Why is the term ‘imaging science’ preferred to the ‘radiologic science’? A. some imaging do not use radiation B. all imaging uses radiation C. Imaging science is a more modern term D. diagnostic radiology means imaging science Question 8 Mandatory proof of continuing education are required every ____ year(s) 2A. B. 4 C. 1 D. 3 Question 9 True or False: Recertification requires completion of the CQR process every 2 years. True False **CQR's should be met every 10 years.** Question 10 Which of the following are strategies to deal with stress 1. Self-image is important. 2. Understand the environment around you that is adding to your stress. 3. Adopt a strategy of positive thoughts and emotions. 4. Learn to politely say “no” to those who want to place extraordinary demands on you. A. all of these options B. 1, 2 and 3 C. 2, 3 and 4 D. 1, 3 and 4 Question 11 After passing the ARRT examination what initials can a technologist place after his/her name? A. RT(R)  B. (ARRT) C. RT (R) D. R.T. (R)(ARRT) Question 12 Which are good study skills? Note: More than one correct answer. A. Review the material soon after it is introduced B. Use as few senses as possible C. Plan a regular schedule of study D. Change answers quickly after any review Question 13 Many stressors are outside of your control. This statement is True False Question 14 Match the following Cardiology study of diseases of the cardiovascular system. Anesthesiology study of the use of medication to cause loss of sensation during surgery. Geriatrics study of diseases of older adults. Correct! Neurology study of diseases of the brain and nervous system Orthopedics study of the diseases of muscles and bones. Urology study of diseases of the urinary system. Question 15 Candidates have a two year window in which they are allowed three attempts to pass True False Candidates have a three –year window in which they are allowed three attempts to pass Question 16 Candidates have a ____ year window in which they are allowed three attempts to pass. A. 4 B. 3 C. 2 D. 5 Question 17 Match the following with the correct answers Radiation Energy transmitted through space or thought a medium by waves Ionization Process by which a neutral atom gains or loses electricity thus acquiring a net change Sound mechanical energy Correct! Electrocardiography Methods of imaging the electrical activity of the heart Electroencephalography Methods of images the electrical activity of the brain Thermograms Using the body’s natural heat emissions to produce diagnostic images Question 18 Match each term with the correct answer Radiography Making of records or producing radiographs of the internal structures of the body using x-ray Roentgen rays Another name for x-rays MRI Imaging science that uses magnetic properties 1895 The year x-rays was discovered Question 19 A reaction to a real or imagined threat which could cause one to fear or be angry is a ______response. A. Fight or flight B. Stress C. Emotion D. Behavioral Question 20 Which of the following are radiologist or physicist professional societies? A. ACR B. ASRT C. SDMS Question 21 The program’s accreditor seeks to assess the overall quality and integrity of an institution. Concerned with compliance with education standards developed by and for the profession of radiologic technology A. JCERT B. JCAHO C. ABHES D. JRCERT Question 22 True or False: Any event that adds stress to your life is a stressor True False Question 23 Stress causes _________________ changes in the body A. emotional and biologic  B. bionic and physical C. mental and basic D. emotional and mental Question 24 How many pilot questions are on the ARRT exam? A. 20 B. 30 C. 40 D. 50 Question 25 Who discovered x-ray? A. Marie Curie B. Thomas Edison C. Wilhelm Roentgen D. Anna Ludwig Question 26 Match the terms with the explanations. ASRT A social organization committed to continuing education as well as to basic education for all technologists Accreditation A process to ensure high quality of operations and offerings Correct! RSNA Radiologist and Physicist Organizations Correct! JRCDMS Concerned with compliance with education standards developed by and for the profession of medical sonography Correct! JRCNMT Concerned with compliance with education standards developed by and for the profession of nuclear medicine technology Correct! NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Question 27 Which of the following are professional technologist organizations? 1. ASRT 2. AMA 3. ISRRT A. 1 & 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 Question 28 Which of the following are reasons for CE requirements for RTs? 1. Bridge the gap between initial formal education and advanced practical needs. 2. Assure the public (primary customers) that all technologists maintain competency 3. Advance the profession through continuous growth of all technologists working in the field 4. Provide advanced growth opportunities for technologists through advanced preparation A. all of these options  B. 1, 3 and 4 C. 2, 3 and 4 D. 1, 2 and 3 Question 29 True or False: Another name for Radiation Therapy is radiation oncology. True False Question 30 Which of the following is not considered an effective stress buffer? A. Regular physical exercise B. Engaging in mindfulness and meditation C. Isolating yourself from friends and family D. Maintaining a healthy diet