Pediatrics Flashcards
What type of tape should be used for immobilization of a pediatric pt
Hypoallergenic
Which of the following examinations if often performed to determine the extent of cretinism
Long bone studies
Premature closure of the cranial sutures is a condition termed
Craniostenosis
Which of the following methods or techniques is used to examine the extent of clubfoot
Kite method
Where is the CR centered for an erect AP projection of the abdomen on an infant
1” above the umbilicus
A viral infection, primary seen in children ages 1-3 years old, that is evidenced by labored breathing and accompanied by fever is termed
Croup
A bacterial infection of the epiglottis, most common in children 2-5 years old, which is a serious condition that can rapidly become fatal is termed
Epiglottis
An inherited disease in which secretions of heavy mucus cause progressive “clogging” of bronchi and bronchioles is termed
Cystic fibrosis
Which condition or disease is best demonstrated with an AP and lateral chest examination
Meconium aspiration
Where is the CR directed for an AP projection of the chest with the pt supine
Perpendicular to the MSP at the level of the midthorax approximately at the mammillary line
Where is the CR directed for the AP towne skull
Centered to glabella, 30° caudad to OML
Where is the CR directed for the AP reverse Caldwell skull
Centered to glabella 15° cephalad to OML
Where is the CR directed for the AP skull
Centered to the glabella parallel to the OML
Where is the CR directed for an AP supine projection of the abdomen for infants and small children
Perpendicular to and directed to the center of the IR about 1” above the umbilicus
Where is the CR directed for an AP supine projection of the abdomen in older children and adolescents
Perpendicular to and directed to the center of the IR at the level of the iliac crest
A skeletal survey for suspected child abuse includes which radiographic examination
All options: AP and lateral chest, AP and lateral skull, AP abdomen to include pelvis
Which of the following is the most common form of immobilization for the pediatric pt
Pigg- o-stat
Which of the following methods is to minimize radiation exposure when imaging pediatric pt
Close collimating, low dosage techniques, gonadal shielding
What are the clinical indications for a VCUG
Vesicoureteral reflux
Which of the following is a classification of child abuse
Neglect, psychological maltreatment, physical abuse
At what age can most children be talked through a radiographic examination without purposeful immobilization
3 years
At the first meeting between the technologist and the pt (accompanied by an adult) which of the following generally should not be discussed
Describe the total amount of radiation the pt will receive with the specific exam if it has to be repeated because of lack of cooperation
Which of the following is not the name of a known commercially available immobilization device
Hold-‘em tiger
The most suitable immobilization device for erect chests and or the abdomen is the
Pigg o stat
List 3 factors that reduce the # of repeat exposures with pediatric pt
Proper immobilization, short exposure time, accurate technique
Which immobilization device or method should be used for an erect 1 year old chest procedure?
Pigg o stat
2 common terms for the classic metaphyseal lesion, which may indicate child abuse, are
Corner fx and bucket fx
If the tech suspects child abuse, he or she should
Ask the parent when the abuse occurred, report the abuse immediately to the necessary state officials as required by the state, refuse to do the exam or touch the child until physician has examined the pt
Do none of the above
Primary centers
Diaphysis
Secondary centers
Epiphysis
Space between primary and secondary centers
Epiphyseal plate
Occurs before birth
Diaphysis
Continues to change from birth to maturity
Epiphysis and epiphyseal plate
Which of the following procedures can be performed to diagnose possible genetic fetal abnormalities
3D ultrasound