Pediatrics Flashcards
(59 cards)
The initial radiography exam of the pelvis and hips is routinely done for children older than ______
1 years old
Where does the CR enter for pediatric (PA & Lateral) chest
MSP & T6-T7
For a peds Abdominal series how many projection are taken
2 images
- Supine image
- 1 to show air fluid levels
Where is the CR for pediatric abdomen exams
MSP & L2
In girls, use gonad protection on all images except?
-The first EVER AP projection of the of the Hips & Pelvis
— (Check records to clarify if it is the first exam)
The superior boarder of the pubic symphysis is always at the level of the _____.
Greater trochanters
___ & ___ may be the only radiographic signs of injury of a pediatric child
Fat pad displacement
&
Tissue swelling
Fractures that occur through the epiphysis are called?
Growth plate fractures ( Salter-Harris)
When performing a Soft tissue neck on a pediatric patient, why is it important to have the child in an upright position if examining the epiglottis?
Because a swollen epiglottis can block the air way in a supine ( laying flat) position
Term for involvement of physical injury, sexual abuse or deprivation of nutrition, care or affection circumstances in which indicate that the injury or deprivation may not be incidental
Child abuse
Which exams require that a diaper be removed?
- Abdomen
- Pelvis
- Femur
According to the ARRT, what ped exam is
-the only mandatory
What is elective?
Mandatory: routine chest x-ray
Elective:
UE, LE, Abdomen & mobile
Pediatric are defined as a child ____ yrs. or younger
6 years
What is the number 1 reason for repeat peds exams
Motion
What tissue is more vulnerable in peds x-ray exams
- Thyroid
- Gonads
- Breast tissue
are phototimers & grids used in pediatric patients
no
list possible roles for a parent during peds exam
- Assist to immobilize
- Caregiver
- Observe / help
A common reason for a hip exam is due to what condition
hip dysplasia
malformation at birth
Name 2 types commercially available immobilization devices
- Pigg-o-Stat
2. Infantainer
The combination of probability & severity of harm is called ___.
Detriment
Term for high organ doses that may increase the risk of radiation-induced cancer in later life.
Long term stochastic effect
What is the primary ossification center of a bone
Diaphysis
For premature and neonate patients, room temperature should be elevated __=___ degrees
10 - 15 degrees
symbiotic means =
not fearful
Birth to 6 months
