Imaging Flashcards
Rather than mammograms, what would be a better method for women with the BRCA1 or 2 gene?
Regular MRI screenings
In this mammogram, what is the arrow pointing to?
Fibroadenoma
How many views should a radiograph have?
2 views
Lateral and a PA/AP view
Should you take a radiograph with a pt. standing/sitting up or laying down? Why?
Standing/sitting up
This allows fluid and air to consolidate in a visible way
If they are supine, the fluid will spread and thin and is not as visible
Some pneumonias may appear round and mimic a mass, but a CT will demonstrate what better?
The segmental and lobar locations
Chronic cough (>3 wks) is frequently due to _________________. What are some examples?
What is an exception?
Non-pulmonary causes
Post-nasal drip or GERD
Exception: Smokers; their chronic cough is most likely due to bronchitis
Radiograph of lungs can identify what?
Static fluid and thickening of bronchi
Why do lungs frequently trap metastatic cells?
It has such a significant blood supply and extensive capillary system
This makes it so seed tumors into lungs parenchyma
What type of scan is needed for identification of growths in lungs
CT scan
Which bronchi is most likely to get “catch” inhaled objects?
The right main bronchus because it is most vertical
PET scan will show increased _______ activity
Metabolic
Chest pain and difficulty breathing after trauma can be due to ___________
Rib fracture
What is in the figure?
Pulmonary hemorrhage
Which imaging mode is optimal for detecting pneumothorax?
CT
When there is a suspected Pulmonary Embolism, what else should you examine?
Sonography of lower limbs to check fro thrombi in the viens that may be ready to embolize
