PA 1: Abdomino and Abdomen/Pelvis

Question 1

What is the scan end location for an abdomen exam?

Answer 1

At illiac crest

Question 2

What volume and flow rate of IV contrast is given for an abdomen exam?

Answer 2

125 mL at 3 mL/s

Question 3

What volume of saline is used for an abdomen exam?

Answer 3

50 mL

Question 4

What needs to be protected when raising the patient’s arms above their head for an abdomen/pelvis exam?

Answer 4

IV line

Question 5

The scan end location for an abdomen exam is sometimes inferior to the illiac crests. Why would a technologist use a lower scan end location?

Answer 5

To include all of the liver.

Question 6

Where is the internal laser for an abdomen/pelvis exam?

Answer 6

imaginary nipple line (mid sternum)

Question 7

What volume of oral contrast is given to the patient prior to an abdomen/pelvis exam?

Answer 7

675 mL

Question 8

What is the scan end location for an abdomen/pelvis exam?

Answer 8

Just below pubic symphysis

Question 9

Where is the internal laser for an abdomen exam?

Answer 9

Imaginary nipple line (mid sternum)

Question 10

Where is the internal laser for an abdomen/pelvis exam?

Answer 10

Imaginary nipple line (mid sternum)

Question 11

What is the scan start location for an abdomen/pelvis exam?

Answer 11

Just above the diaphragm

Question 12

What is the volume and flow rate of IV contrast given for an abdomen/pelvis exam?

Answer 12

125 mL at 3 mL/s

Question 14

What is the scan start location for an abdomen exam?

Answer 14

Just above the diaphragm

Question 15

What volume of oral contrast (barium sulfate) is given before an abdomen exam?

Answer 15

675 mL

Question 16

The patient needs to be topped up with oral contrast just prior to scanning the abdomen. How much should they be given?

Answer 16

225 mL