Principles of Imaging and Patient Care
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Course Introduction
Principles of Imaging and Patient Care is a foundational course that introduces students to the essential concepts and techniques used in medical imaging, emphasizing the safe and effective use of imaging modalities such as X-ray, MRI, CT, and ultrasound. The course covers the physical principles behind image generation, factors affecting image quality, and the interpretation of imaging results. Additionally, students learn about patient-centered care, including communication skills, ethical considerations, patient safety, proper identification, infection control, and procedures to ensure comfort and minimize radiation exposure. By integrating technical knowledge with compassionate patient care, this course prepares students for clinical practice in a variety of healthcare settings.
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Patient Care in Radiography 8th Edition by Ruth Ann Ehrlich
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Radiography
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Q1) What is meant by WF?
A) A device containing a crystal that absorbs radiation energy and discharges it in the form of light when heated
B) A factor that quantifies the relative health risks of various types of radiation
C) A radiation unit used to measure patient dose
D) A radiation unit used to measure dose equivalents for occupational exposure
Answer: B
Q2) What is a TLD?
A) A radiation unit that is determined by measuring ionization of air
B) A device containing a crystal that absorbs radiation energy and discharges it in the form of light when heated
C) A factor that quantifies the relative health risks of various types of radiation
D) A radiation unit used to measure patient dose
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Professional Roles and Behaviors
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Q1) The offense of producing written material that causes defamation of character or loss of reputation is usually referred to legally as:
A) slander.
B) libel.
C) assault.
D) plagiarism.
Answer: B
Q2) A proprietary hospital is one that:
A) is a business run for profit.
B) is owned by the government.
C) is run by a charitable organization.
D) provides free health care for veterans.
Answer: A
Q3) The mapping and identification of the human genetic code was completed in the year 2000 by the:
A) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
B) Human Genome Project.
C) American Society of Radiologic Technologists.
D) University of Michigan.
Answer: B
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Chapter 3: Professional Attitudes and Communications
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Q1) Mrs.Elizabeth Dunbar is 86 years old and a bit confused.She is most likely to respond appropriately if you address her as:
A) Betty.
B) Elizabeth.
C) Mrs. Dunbar.
D) Sweetie.
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following offers a valid choice?
A) "What is your doctor's name?"
B) "Would you mind lying down on this table?"
C) "Would you like to use the restroom before we begin?"
D) "Please hold your breath."
Answer: C
Q3) A graphic form in the patient's chart is used to provide longitudinal comparisons of:
A) nurses' notes.
B) radiology reports.
C) allergies.
D) temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
Answer: D
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Chapter 4: Safety, Transfer, and Positioning
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Q1) A patient weighing 260 pounds arrives from an intermediate care facility via wheelchair for an examination of the hip.He is unable to bear weight on either leg.The most appropriate method for placing this patient on the x-ray table is to:
A) get as many people as you can find to help.
B) call for a hydraulic lift and personnel who are experienced in its use.
C) get the strongest coworker you can find and perform a two-person lift.
D) send the patient back to the care facility with instructions to return by stretcher.
Q2) Which of the following statements does NOT apply to the rules of body mechanics?
A) Use a wide base of support.
B) Keep your load out beyond the front of your body.
C) Bend your knees when you lift heavy objects.
D) Avoid pulling or lifting heavy objects.
Q3) The first step you should follow in assisting a patient from a wheelchair to the x-ray table is to:
A) position the wheelchair parallel to table and lock the brakes.
B) fold up the footrests.
C) lower the table to chair height.
D) assist the patient to a standing position.
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Chapter 5: Infection Control
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Q1) The portal of entry describes the:
A) method by which the pathogen enters the body.
B) method by which the pathogen exits the body.
C) reservoir or place where the pathogen resides.
D) carrier of the pathogen.
Q2) Subcellular organisms that are among the smallest known disease-causing microorganisms are called:
A) rickettsiae.
B) viruses.
C) bacteria.
D) fungi.
Q3) Which set of transmission-based precautions is used for patients with multidrug-resistant wound infections?
A) Airborne precautions
B) Droplet precautions
C) Contact precautions
D) Combination airborne and contact precautions
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Chapter 6: Patient Care and Assessment
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Q1) When a patient needs to void during an examination in the imaging department:
A) it is not necessary to collect a specimen; this is a nursing function.
B) all urine should be saved.
C) nursing service should be notified.
D) the chart should be checked to see if qualitative or quantitative specimens are needed.
Q2) Tachycardia,combined with a weak or "thready" pulse,is usually a result of:
A) excitement.
B) low blood volume.
C) a damaged heart.
D) exertion.
Q3) A barrel-chested appearance with elevation of the shoulder girdle and retraction of the neck muscles is typical of the patient who suffers from:
A) cyanosis.
B) diaphoresis.
C) orthostatic hypotension.
D) emphysema.
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Chapter 7: Medications and Their Administration
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Q1) The term excretion refers to the:
A) process by which the body transforms drugs into an inactive form.
B) elimination of drugs from the body after they have been metabolized.
C) means by which a drug travels from the site of absorption to the site of action.
D) process by which a drug enters the systemic circulation in order to provide a desired effect.
Q2) Failure to apply pressure to the vein after discontinuing an IV may result in:
A) coagulation.
B) infiltration.
C) hematoma.
D) laceration.
Q3) The proper height for an IV bottle or bag is:
A) 10 to 12 inches above the vein.
B) 18 to 20 inches above the vein.
C) at least 36 inches above the vein.
D) at the same level as the vein.
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Chapter 8: Dealing with Acute Situations
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Q1) The vital sign that most accurately indicates the condition of shock is:
A) blood pressure.
B) pulse rate.
C) temperature.
D) respiratory rate.
Q2) A numeric system developed to evaluate the changing status of coma patients that can be used by a variety of health care workers is called the:
A) Glasgow Coma Scale.
B) Centigrade Scale.
C) LOC detection scale.
D) Clark Standard Scale.
Q3) A defibrillator stimulates the heart to contract effectively by delivering:
A) a premeasured dose of epinephrine (Adrenalin).
B) an electrical shock.
C) an abdominal thrust.
D) forced ventilation.
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Chapter 9: Preparation and Examination of the
Gastrointestinal Tract
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Q1) When a patient has expelled only a part of the enema and is unable to expel the remainder,you should encourage the patient to:
A) try harder.
B) walk around for a few minutes.
C) drink water.
D) hold very still.
Q2) Which of the following conditions cause(s)weakening and inflammation of the colon?
1)Ulcerative colitis
2)Diverticulitis
3)Hemorrhoids
4)Hiatal hernia
A) 1 only
B) 1 and 2 only
C) 1, 2, and 3 only
D) 1, 2, 3, and 4
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Chapter 10: Contrast Media and Special Radiographic Techniques
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Q1) A measure of the resistance of fluid to flow is called its: A) osmolality.
B) viscosity.
C) toxicity.
D) hydrostatic pressure.
Q2) A cystogram is a study of the: A) gallbladder.
B) kidneys.
C) urinary bladder.
D) cystic duct.
Q3) Which of the following interspaces is commonly selected as a site for lumbar puncture to instill a contrast agent for myelography?
A) C6-C7
B) T6-T7
C) T12-L1
D) L3-L4
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Chapter 11: Bedside Radiography: Special Conditions and Environments
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Q1) A Dobbhoff tube is an example of a(n):
A) feeding tube.
B) nasoenteric tube.
C) chest drainage tube.
D) endotracheal tube.
Q2) An infant with newborn atelectasis would most likely require radiographs of the: A) abdomen.
B) chest.
C) pelvis.
D) skull.
Q3) A chest radiograph of a newly inserted pacemaker should reveal the tip of the pacemaker catheter in the:
A) apex of the right ventricle.
B) apex of the left ventricle.
C) superior vena cava.
D) apex of the right atrium.
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Chapter 12: Special Imaging Modalities
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Q1) A newer generation of scanners,called harmonic scanners,is advancing the ability to obtain clear images in which of these modalities?
A) MRI
B) PET
C) Sonography
D) Angiography
Q2) Patients with implanted cardiac pacemakers cannot have which of the following procedures?
A) Angiography
B) MRI
C) Sonography
D) Mammography
Q3) Which imaging modality is NOT used to image the female breast?
A) Mammography
B) CT
C) Nuclear medicine
D) Angiography
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