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Radiography PREP ARRT Question
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B. Practice Standards - correct answer The ASRT document that defines the radiographer's role is the A. standard of Ethics B. Practice Standards C. Standard of Care D. Legal Standards C. 1 and 2 only - correct answer Occurrences that can keep a radiography student from meeting ARRT certification requirements include
- being suspended from a radiography program
- being dismissed/ expelled from a radiography program
- Failing more than one course in his or her radiography program. A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 2 only D. 1,2, and 3 A. 1 only - correct answer Violations of the ARRT Rules of Ethics include
- accepting responsibility to perform a function outside the scope of practice
- failure to obtain pertinent information for the radiologist
- failure to share newly acquired knowledge with peers A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 A. ARRT - correct answer Which organization has the authority to impose professional sanction on a radiographer? A. ARRT B. ASRT C. JRCERT D. TJC D. Defamation - correct answer A radiographer who discloses confidential information to unauthorized individuals may be found liable for A. assault B. battery C. intimidation D. defamation
B. 1 and 2 only - correct answer Patients' rights include the following:
- the right to refuse treatment
- the right to confidentiality
- The right to possess one's medical records A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 B. Battery - correct answer A radiographer who performs an x-ray examination on a patient without the patient's consent, or after the patient has refused the examination, may be liable for A. assault B. battery C. slander D. libel A. 1 only - correct answer An individual's legal documents identifying his or her specific wishes regarding medical care to be provided in the event that he or she is unable to make or communicate decisions is called
- advance health care directive
- informed consent
- last will and testament A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 B. HIPAA - correct answer The legislation that guarantees confidentiality of all patient information is A. HSS B. HIPAA C. HIPPA D. MQSA C. 1 and 2 only - correct answer If a patient lacks decision-making capacity, his or her rights can be exercised on his or her behalf by
- designated surrogate
- designated proxy
- no one A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. a certified interpreter D. A family member or friend B middle adult - correct answer A patient, aged 55 years, is most accurately described as A. young adult B. middle adult C. older adult D. elderly D. Geriatric patients - correct answer Increased pain threshold, breakdown of skin, and atrophy of fat pads and sweat glands are all important considerations when working with which of the following groups of patients? A. infants B. children C. adolescents D. geriatric patients B. 1 and 2 only - correct answer A radiographer should recognize that gerontologic patients often have undergone physical changes that include loss of
- muscle mass
- bone calcium
- mental alertness A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. Ethnocentrism - correct answer The belief that one's own cultural ways are superior to any other is termed A. ethnology B. ethnobiology C. ethnocentrism D. ethnography D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer Misunderstandings between cultures can happen as a result of
- looking directly into someone's eyes
- the use of certain gestures
- standing too close while speaking to another A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3
D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer Which of the following is/are symptom(s) of inadequate oxygen supply?
- diaphoresis
- cyanosis
- retracted intercostal spaces A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. vertigo - correct answer A patient's feeling of spinning, or the room spinning around them, is called A. orthostatic hypotension B. epistaxis C. vertigo D. syncope C. 2 and 3 only - correct answer Types of NG/ NI/ NE tubes include
- Port-A-Cath
- Sengstaken- Blakemore
- Miller-Abbott A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 A. 18-24 inches above the vein - correct answer A patient's IV container should be hung: A. 18-24 inches above the vein B. 18-24 inches below the vein C. 18-24 inches above the heart D. 18-24 inches below the heart D. when carrying a heavy object, hold it away from the body - correct answer All of the following are correct concepts of good body mechanics during patient lifting/moving, except... A. the radiographer should stand with feet approximately 12 inches apart and with one foot slightly forward B. the body's center of gravity should be positioned over its base of support C. the back should be kept straight; avoid twisting D. when carrying a heavy object, hold it away from the body.
C. 1 and 3 only D. 2 and 3 only B. 1 and 2 only - correct answer Diseases that can be transmitted by direct contact include
- skin infections
- MDROs
- Malaria A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer In which of the following conditions is protective or reverse isolation indicated?
- Transplant recipient
- Chemotherapy recipient
- Leukemia A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer Which of the following is/are means of transmission of microorganisms?
- Vector
- Fomite
- Airborne A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. hand washing - correct answer What is the single most effective means of controlling the spread of infectious microorganisms? A. Wearing gloves B. wearing masks C. hand washing D. sterilization A. antisepsis - correct answer What is the name of the practice that serves to retard the growth of pathogenic bacteria? A. antisepsis
B. bacteriogenesis C. Sterilization D. disinfection B. 1 and 2 only - correct answer Which of the following diseases require(s) airborne precaution?
- TB
- Varicella
- Rubella A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 B. 2 only - correct answer The radiographer must perform the following procedure(s) before entering an isolation room with a mobile x-ray unit:
- wear a gown and a mask
- wear a gown, gloves, and possible a mask
- clean mobile x-ray unit A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 2 and 3 only C. vector - correct answer Lyme disease is a condition caused by bacteria carried by deer ticks. The tick bite may cause fever, fatigue, and other associated symptoms. This is an example of transmission of an infection by A. droplet contact B. the airborne route C. a vector D. a vehicle C. 2 and 3 only - correct answer Which of the following can be transmitted via infected blood?
- TB
- AIDS
- HBV A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3
- intrathecally
- intravenously
- orally A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. Antecubital vein - correct answer What is the most frequently used site for an intravenous injection of contrast agents? A. basilic vein B. cephalic vein C. Antecubital vein D. femoral artery C. Wheezing - correct answer Mild systemic reaction to intravenous contrast material include all of the following, except A. nausea B. metallic taste in mouth C. wheezing D. flushed appearance D. Carbon dioxide - correct answer Terms correctly associated with positive contrast agents include all of the following, except A. radiopaque B. iodinated C. high atomic number D. carbon dioxide A. NPO 8 hours before the examination - correct answer The usual patient preparation for a UGI examination is A. NPO 8 hours before the examination B. light breakfast only the morning of the examination C. clear fluids only the morning of the examination D. two ounces of castor oil and enemas until clear B. midcoronal plane - correct answer The plane that passes vertically through the body dividing it into anterior and posterior halves is termed the A. midsagittal plane B. Midcoronal plane C. sagittal plane D. transverse plane D. inferior and medial - correct answer The position of the asthenic stomach, as compared with the position of the sthenic stomach, is more
A. superior and lateral B. superior and medial C. inferior and lateral D. inferior and medial B. perpendicular - correct answer What is the reationship between the midsagittal and midcoronal planes? A. parallel B. perpendicular C. 45 deg D. 70 deg B. Fowler position - correct answer With the patient recumbent with feet positioned at a level lower than the head, the patient is said to be in the A. Trendelenburg position B.Fowler position C. decubitus position D. Sims position D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer Prior to x-ray examinations of the skull and cervical spine, the patient should remove
- dentures
- earrings
- necklaces A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer Image identification markers should include
- patient's name and /or ID number
- date
- a right or left marker A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer The radiographers should be able to
- take a short patient history prior to the examination
- modify routine protocol to obtain similar
- evaluate patient condition and needs A. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. 2 and 3 only - correct answer Which of the following projections requires that the humeral epicondyles be superimposed?
- lateral thumb
- lateral wrist
- lateral humerus A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer In the 15-20 deg mortise oblique position of the ankle, the
- talofibular joint is visualized
- talotibial joint is visualized
- plantar surface should be vertical A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. 2 and 3 only - correct answer The following projections should not be performed until a transverse fracture of the patella has been ruled out:
- AP knee
- lateral knee
- axial/tangential patella A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. medial oblique foot - correct answer Which of the following best demonstrates the cuboid, sinus tarsi, and tuberosity of the fifth metatarsal? A. lateral foot B. lateral oblique foot C. medial oblique foot D. wight-bearing foot C. 25-30 deg RPO position - correct answer The left SI joint is placed perpendicular to the IR when the patient is placed in a A. left lateral position
B. 25-30 deg RAO position C. 25-30 deg RPO position D. 30-40 deg RPO position A. medial oblique - correct answer The proximal tibiofibular articulation is best demonstrated in which of the following positions? A. medial oblique B. lateral oblique C. AP D. Lateral A. Cephalad - correct answer An axial projection of the clavicle is often helpful in demonstrating a fracture not visualized using a perpendicular central ray. When examining the clavicle in the AP axial projection, how should the central ray be directed? A. cephalad B. caudad C. medially D. laterally C. 2 and 3 only - correct answer The scapular Y projection of the shoulder demonstrates
- a lateral projection of the shoulder
- anterior or posterior dislocation
- an oblique projection of the shoulder A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. occipital bone - correct answer In the AP axial projection (Towne method) of the skull, with the central ray directed 30 deg caudad to the OML and passing midway between the external auditory meati, which of the following is best demonstrated? A. facial bones B. frontal bone C. occipital bone D. basal foramina C. flexion and extension laterals - correct answer Which of the following is a functional study used to demonstrate the degree if AP motion present in the cervical spine? A. open-mouth projection B. moving mandible AP C. Flexion and Extension laterals D. Right and left bending
D. central ray exits at the nasion C. ethmoid - correct answer Which of the paranasal sinuses is composed of many thin-walled air cells? A. frontal B. sphenoid C. ethmoid D. maxillary D. MSP parallel to the IR - correct answer the intervertebral joints of the thoracic spine are demonstrated with the A. midcoronal plane 45 deg to the IR B. MSP 45 deg to the IR C. midcoronal plane 70 deg to the IR D. MSP parallel to the IR D orbital floor - correct answer Which of the following structures is subject to blowout fracture? A. ethmoid sinuses B. Zygomatic arches C. mandibular condyle D. orbital floor A. right main bronchus - correct answer Aspirated foreign bodies in older children and adults are most likely to lodge in the A. right main bronchus B. left main bronchus C. esophagus D. proximal stomach C. 1 and 3 only - correct answer Which of the following is (are) important when positioning the patient for a PA projection of the chest?
- The patient should be examined in the erect position
- clavicles should be brought above the apices
- scapulae should be brought lateral to the lung fields A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 B. 1 and 2 only - correct answer Chest radiography should be performed using 72- inch SID whenever possible in order to
- visualize vascular markings
- obtain better lung detail
- maximize magnification of the heart
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 A. pleural effusion - correct answer Blunting of the costophrenic angles seen on a PA projection of the chest can be an indication of A. pleural effusion B. ascites C. bronchitis D. emphysema A. emphysema - correct answer Which of the following conditions is characterized by "flattening" of the diaphragm? A. emphysema B. empyema C. atelectasis D. pneumonia B. 1 and 2 only - correct answer Inspiration and expiration projections of the chest may be performed to demonstrate
- pneumothorax
- presence of a foreign body
- bronchitis A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 D. 1, 2, and 3 - correct answer Which of the following criteria are used to evaluate a good PA projection of the chest?
- Then posterior ribs should be visualized
- Sternoclavicular joints should be symmetrical
- scapulae should be outside the lung fields A. 1 and 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 C. the lobes of the left lung are separated by the horizontal fissure - correct answer All of the following statements regarding respiratory structures are true, except A. the right lung has three lobes B. the uppermost portion of a lung is its apex
B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 A. esophagus is posterior to the trachea - correct answer Which of the following best describes the relationship between the esophagus and the trachea? A. esophagus is posterior to the trachea B. trachea is posterior to the esophagus C. esophagus is lateral to the trachea D. trachea is lateral to the esophagus A. recumbent position - correct answer To demonstrate esophageal varices, the patient must be examined in the A. recumbent position B. erect position C. anatomic position D. fowler postion B. NPO after midnight - correct answer The usual preparation for an UGI series includes A. clear fluids 8 h prior to examination B. NPO after midnight C. enemas until clear before examination D. light breakfast at the day of the examination D. AP erect - correct answer Which of the following positions would best demonstrate a double-contrast visualization of the left and right colic flexures? A. left lateral decubitus B. AP recumbent C. Right lateral decubitus D. AP erect A RAO - correct answer In which of the following positions are a barium filled pyloric canal and duodenal bulb best demonstrated during a GI series? A. RAO B. Left lateral C. recumbent PA D. recumbent AP B. LAO - correct answer What position is frequently used to project the GB away from the vertebrae in the asthenic patient? A. RAO B. LAO C. left lateral decubitus D. PA erect
B. hepatic flexure - correct answer Which of the following barium/air-filled anatomic structures is best demonstrated in the RAO position? A. splenic flexure B. hepatic flexure C. sigmoid colon D. illeocecal valve C. 2, 1, 3 - correct answer In what order should the following studies be conducted?
- barium enema
- intravenous urogram
- Upper GI A. 3, 1, 2 B. 1, 3, 2 C. 2, 1, 3 D. 2, 3, 1 C. The upper, expanded part of the ureter is the hilum - correct answer All of the following statements regarding the urinary system are true, except A. the left kidney is usually higher than the right B. the kidneys move inferiorly in the erect position C. the upper, expanded part of the ureter is the hilum D. vessels, nerves, and lymphatics pass through the renal hilum C. 1 and 3 only - correct answer Which of the following examinations require(s) restriction of the patient's diet?
- GI series
- abdominal survey
- urogram A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3 B. 1 and 2 only - correct answer During a GI examination, the AP recumbent projection of a stomach of average size and shape will usually demonstrate
- barium filled fundus
- double-contrast visualization of distal stomach portions
- barium-filled duodenum and pylorus A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, and 3
