Review test

Question 1

The following projections are used to demonstrate the scaphoid, except?

A. ulnar deviation
B. PA oblique wrist
C. AP oblique wrist
D. PA axial wrist

Answer 1

C

Question 2

A method for the demonstration of the scaphoid that uses multi central ray angulation.

A. Bridgeman
B. Rafert-Long
C. Clements Nakayama
D. Stetcher

Answer 2

B

Question 3

This method is used to demonstrate the scaphoid wich the wrist in ulnar deviation and the central ray directed 20 degrees towards the elbow.

A. Stetcher
B. Bridgeman
C Rafert-Long
D. Gaynor-Hart

Answer 3

A

Question 4

If the IR and wrist are placed flat on the table for the PA axial projection of the wrist (Stetcher Method), what central ray orientation is required?

A. 10 degrees toward the elbow
B. 10 degrees toward the hand
C. 20 degrees tovard tha elbow
D. 20 toward the hand

Answer 4

C

Question 5

If the IR and wrist are elevated for the PA axial projection of the wrist (Stetcher Method), the central ray orientation is:

A. perpendicular to the IR
B. 20 degrees toward the elbow
C. 20 degrees toward the hand
D. variable according to the degree of IR/part elevation

Answer 5

D

Question 6

This structure is considered as the most frequently fractured carpal bone. What projection best demonstrate this anatomy?

a, wrist lateral
b, wrist PA axial ulnar deviation
C. wrist PA axlal radial deviation
d. wrist AP oblique

Answer 6

B

Question 7

The following are used to demonstrate the scaphoid, except?

A. Bridgeman
B. Rafert-long
C. Stetcher
D. Clements-Nakayama

Answer 7

D

Question 8

A radiograph of the PA scaphoid projections reveals extensive superimposition of the scaphoid and adjacent carpals. Which of the following factors can lead to this problem?

A. Elevation of the hand and wrist
B. Insufficient ulnar deviation
C. Insufficient CR angle distally
D. Slight flexion of the phalanges

Answer 8

B

Question 9

This carpal bone is also known as the greater multangular. What method is used to demonstrate this structure?

A. Folio
B. Clements Nakayama
C. Burman
D. Roberts

Answer 9

B

Question 10

The most anteriorly located carpal bone is best seen in what projection?

A. Ap oblique
B. PA oblique
C. Lateral
D. PA

Answer 10

B

Question 11

What projection will demonstrate pronator fat stripe of the wrist?

A. AP
B. Lateral
C. PA
D. Oblique

Answer 11

B

Question 12

What projection will demonstrate scaphoid fat stripe of the wrist?

A. AP
B. Lateral
C. PA
D. Oblique

Answer 12

C

Question 13

Which special projection of the wrist will open up the interspaces on the ulnar side of the wrist?

A. Radial Deviation
B. Ulnar Deviation
C. Carpal Canal
D. Carpal Bridge

Answer 13

A

Question 14

The lateral projection of the forearm should clearly demonstrate all of the following, except:

A. radius and ulna
B. MCP joint
C. elbow joint
D. proximal row of carpal bones

Answer 14

B

Question 15

A patient with a history of a carpal tunnel syndrome comes to radiology. The physician wants to rule out abnormal calcifications in the carpal sulcus. Which of the following projections would best demonstrate this region?

A. Coyle Method
B. Jones Method
C. Carpal Bridge
D. Gaynor-Hart Method

Answer 15

D

Question 16

Which of the following is the primary projection used to demonstrate anterior or posterior displacement of fractures of the hand or wrist?

A. AP
B. PA
C. Lateral
D. AP oblique

Answer 16

C

Question 17

The central ray angulation for the tangential projection (inferosuperior) of demonstrating the carpal canal is degrees:

A. 25
B. 20
C. 25-30
D. 35-45

Answer 17

C

Question 18

Which of the following actions will lead to the proximal radius crossing over the
vine?

A. Suspension of the hand
B. Flexing epicondyles parallel to the image receptor
C. Pronation of the hand
D. External rotation of the elbow

Answer 18

C

Question 19

What projection would best demonstrate the elbow fat pad?

A. AP
B. Lateral
C. Medial oblique
D. Lateral oblique

Answer 19

B

Question 20

In medial oblique elbow, the following structures are demonstrated, except?

A. trochlea in profile
B. Olecranon process within the olecranon fossa
C. Coronoid process in profile
D. Olecranon process without superimposition

Answer 20

D

Question 21

In the lateral projection for the elbow, if there is soft tissue around the affected elbow, how should the elbow be flexed?

Answer 21

30-35 degrees

Question 22

If the patient elbow is flexed more than 90 degrees, what is the alternative projection should the RT perform to demonstrate olecranon process?

A. Coyle Method
B. Jones Method
C. Grashey Method
D. Clements- Nakayama

Answer 22

B

Question 23

The orthopedic doctor assigned at the ER orders for a routine APL elbow, he noticed a tear drop align on the radiograph that is an indicator of a possible elbow pathology. What is the possible cause of the radiographic situation?

Answer 23

Displacement of the posterior fat pad

Question 24

For the AP oblique projection (scapular Y) of the shoulder, the body is rotated so that the midcoronal plane is how many degrees from the IR?

Answer 24

45-60

Question 25

Which one of the following projection should not be performed for a possible shoulder dislocation?

Answer 25

Inferosuperior axial (Clements Modification)

Question 26

The inferosuperior axial projection (Clements Modification) requires a CR angle of _ towards axilla if a patient cannot fully abduct extremity 90 degrees?

Answer 26

5-15 degrees

Question 27

Which projection clearly demonstrates the glenoid cavity?

Answer 27

AP Oblique (Grashey)

Question 28

An AP axial oblique projection for an anteriorly dislocated scapulohumeral joint will project the humerus ____ to the glenoid cavity.

Answer 28

inferior

Question 29

Which inferosuperior projection for the shoulder is perfromed in a lateral recumbent position?

Answer 29

Clements

Question 30

What projection will demonstrate the posterolateral and posterosuperior aspect of the humerus?

Answer 30

Stryker Notch

Question 31

To demonstrate the radial head in the axiolateral projection of the elbow (Coyle Method), the elbow is flexed ____ degrees?

Answer 31

90

Question 32

The primary structures shown when demonstrating the elbow using the Coyle method is the;

Answer 32

Coronoid process Radial head

Question 33

Which position of the hand will place the humerus in interal rotation?

Answer 33

Back of the hand against the thigh

Question 34

The RT on duty position the patient with the hand in supination, epicondyles is parallel to cassette, the central ray is didected 1-inch inferior to coracoid process, what structure is best seen?

Answer 34

greater tubercle

Question 35

The greater tubercle will be partially superimposed over the humerus bases on which of the following porejection and position?

Answer 35

AP, neutral rotation

Question 36

Which special projection of the wrist is ideal for demonstrating possible calcification in the dorsal aspect of the carpals

Answer 36

Carpal bridge

Question 37

What is best demonstrated in acute flexion elbow?

Answer 37

Olecranon process

Question 38

What method should the RT perform when injuries to the elbow do not allow the patient to extend the elbow for routine obliques?

Answer 38

Coyle

Question 39

What structure is shown in profile on a lateral projection elbow?

Answer 39

Olecranon process

Question 40

If a patient is unable to extend the forearm for an AP projection of the elbow, how many projections are necessary to avoid distortion of the joint?

Answer 40

Two

Question 41

What structure is best demonstrated in Kuchendorf method?

Answer 41

Patella

Question 42

What will best demonstrate a knee Joint effusion?

Answer 42

Lateral projection