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A CT scan of the thorax is requested to rule out mets. To demonstrate the required area, the
scan must include from the apices to the level of what? - ✔Adrenal glands (Site of mets
from lung cancer)
A lateral view of the wrist demonstrates the ulna anterior to the radius. How should the tech
correct this error? - ✔Reduce external rotation of the wrist
What adjustment should the tech make for a patient with emphysema? - ✔Decrease mAs
(less beam attenuation with this destructive pathology)
When performing a mobile radiographic procedure, which of the following would be best
radiation safety practice for a technologist? - ✔Wearing a protective lead apron and
standing at least 2m away
What level should the top margin of the gonadal shielding be placed on male patients for
a supine abdominal scan? - ✔2.5cm inferior to the pubic symphysis
What abnormal blood test results would contraindicate an exam requiring the injection of IV
contrast media? - ✔High creatinine levels (high creatinine = low kidney function)
What is the mode of transmission for mumps? - ✔Droplet
, A patient with a walker arrives from the ER with a request for a consultation to rule out a mass
in the apex of the chest. Which projection would best demonstrate the ROI? - ✔AP
projection, CR angled 15-20 degrees cephalad (patient has walker and is unable to lean back)
What post-processing function will best demonstrate the renal artery on an un-enhanced
scan? - ✔Narrow WW (increases image contrast)
When displayed on the CR monitor, the exposure indicator of a lateral wrist image is out of
range. The image is deemed undiagnostic. What should the tech change to improve the
image? - ✔mAs (will affect exposure index)
At what vertebral level is the carina demonstrated? - ✔T4/5
Mrs. Clark, 78 years old, comes to the department for a repeat L-spine lateral. The tech reviews
the previous exam and noted on the lateral that the L4/5 and L5/S1 IV disc spaces are closed.
How should the tech ensure that the image is improved? - ✔Place a sponge under the
patients waist (will place vertebral column parallel to table)
A patient is scheduled for a CT abdo pelvis. The tech is only able to insert a 21-gauge IV
compared to the routine 18-gauge. What parameter should the technologist modify to
ensure adequate contrast enhancement? - ✔Increase scan delay (smaller needle will require
lower rate of injection and therefore a longer scan delay)
A patient suddenly starts to turn pale and appear shaky, their skin is cold and clammy.
After laying them down and calling for help, what should the tech do next? - ✔Assess vital
signs (techs responsibility to check every 5 mins until emergency personnel take over)
A patient is in extreme pain with a history of a large obstructing kidney stone in his left kidney.
The tech will prepare the patient for a nephrostomy tube insertion. In which position should
he be placed? - ✔Prone (the kidneys lie retroperitoneal)
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