Radiography Exam Materials
Course Introduction
Radiography is a foundational course that introduces students to the principles and practices of medical imaging using X-rays. It covers the history of radiography, radiation physics, equipment operation, patient positioning, image acquisition, safety protocols, and quality assurance. Emphasis is placed on understanding anatomical landmarks, producing diagnostic-quality images, and adhering to radiation protection standards for both patients and healthcare personnel. The course prepares students for clinical applications in various healthcare settings, fostering the development of technical skills and critical thinking necessary for effective radiographic practice.
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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) The majority of radiography education programs today are based in:
A) proprietary schools.
B) hospitals.
C) clinics.
D) colleges.
Answer: D
Q2) The purpose of rotating the x-ray tube target is to:
A) create a space charge.
B) remove long-wavelength photons from the x-ray beam.
C) focus the electron stream on a small target area.
D) increase the heat capacity of the anode.
Answer: D
Q3) The effective dose limit for whole-body radiation in 1 year for a nonpregnant radiation worker over the age of 18 is:
A) 5 millirem.
B) 0.5 rem.
C) 5 rem.
D) 50 rem.
Answer: C
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Chapter 2: Professional Roles and Behaviors
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Q1) Which of the following hospital departments provides support services?
A) Pediatrics
B) Surgery
C) Radiology
D) Purchasing
Answer: D
Q2) An approach to health care in which the client seeks help only when unable to manage alone is called a(n)_____ approach.
A) preferred provider
B) crisis intervention
C) health maintenance
D) urgency care
Answer: B
Q3) Which of the following is NOT necessarily an element of a malpractice charge?
A) The patient has been harmed in some way.
B) The person being sued had a duty to provide reasonable care.
C) The harm resulted from failure to provide reasonable care.
D) The patient consented to the care.
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Professional Attitudes and Communications
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Q1) Which of the following would you NOT expect to find in a patient chart using the problem-oriented medical record (POMR)charting system?
A) A problem list
B) A statement of allergies
C) A treatment plan
D) Chronological nurses' notes concerning the patient's condition
Answer: D
Q2) When family members make angry and persistent demands on the staff,this is most likely the result of:
A) a lack of confidence in your ability.
B) normal frustration with the hospital system.
C) habitual rudeness.
D) fear over the condition of their relative.
Answer: D
Q3) An electrolarynx is a device that assists communication for some who have:
A) an inability to speak normally.
B) congenital deafness.
C) organic brain syndrome.
D) amnesia.
Answer: A
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Chapter 4: Safety, Transfer, and Positioning
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Q1) In the language of body mechanics,the base of support refers to:
A) the floor.
B) the bottom of an object being lifted.
C) a line between the points of contact with a horizontal surface.
D) a perpendicular line through the center of gravity.
Q2) In the language of body mechanics,the center of gravity refers to:
A) the point around which body weight is balanced.
B) a line between the points of contact with a horizontal surface.
C) an imaginary vertical line passing through the center of the body.
D) an imaginary horizontal line passing through the shoulders.
Q3) When a fire extinguisher is needed,you should:
1)pull the pin and squeeze the handle.
2)aim the nozzle at the base of the fire.
3)aim steadily where the fire appears hottest.
4)use a sweeping motion from side to side.
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 1 and 4 only
D) 1, 2, and 4 only
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Chapter 5: Infection Control
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Q1) When does the CDC recommend handwashing in place of the use of alcohol-based hand rubs?
A) When hands are visibly soiled following patient contact
B) Before patient contact
C) Before donning gloves
D) Following contact with objects in the vicinity of the patient
Q2) The simplest and most common method of testing for tuberculosis infection is a:
A) chest radiograph.
B) sputum smear and culture.
C) tuberculin skin test.
D) blood test.
Q3) When opening a sterile pack,the first corner of the wrap is opened:
A) toward you.
B) away from you.
C) to the left.
D) to the right.
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Chapter 6: Patient Care and Assessment
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Q1) When a patient is described as being in the second level of consciousness,the patient is:
A) comatose.
B) conscious and alert.
C) drowsy but responsive.
D) unconscious but reactive to painful stimuli.
Q2) Which of the following laboratory tests would NOT be performed to determine the blood's ability to clot?
A) Platelet count
B) Prothrombin time
C) Partial thromboplastin time
D) Hemoglobin concentration
Q3) When a patient is experiencing tachypnea,the patient is breathing more than:
A) 10 breaths/minute.
B) 15 breaths/minute.
C) 20 breaths/minute.
D) 0 breaths/minute.
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Chapter 7: Medications and Their Administration
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Q1) A drug usually takes effect most rapidly when administered:
A) intravenously.
B) orally.
C) intradermally.
D) intramuscularly.
Q2) The effects of central nervous system depressants may be monitored by a(n):
A) pulse oximeter.
B) sphygmomanometer.
C) external defibrillator.
D) electroencephalograph.
Q3) A "skin test," such as a test for tuberculosis that is administered to an area on the anterior forearm,is an example of the _____ route of medication administration.
A) topical
B) cutaneous
C) enteral
D) intradermal
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Chapter 8: Dealing with Acute Situations
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Q1) A noninvasive treatment that is appropriate for any patient who experiences acute anxiety accompanied by a rapid heart rate and shortness of breath is:
A) the Heimlich maneuver.
B) a low rate of oxygen administration.
C) suction administration.
D) defibrillation.
Q2) The three greatest risks to survival that determine priority in a trauma unit are paralysis,cardiac arrest,and:
A) respiratory arrest.
B) fracture.
C) concussion.
D) syncope.
Q3) Which of the following actions is NOT appropriate when caring for a patient who is experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure?
A) Observe accurately.
B) Place padding under the head.
C) Restrain movement as much as possible.
D) Maintain the airway.
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Chapter 9: Preparation and Examination of the
Gastrointestinal Tract
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Q1) Evacuation proctography or dynamic rectal examination is also termed:
A) barium enema.
B) double contrast enema.
C) defecography.
D) sigmoidoscopy.
Q2) An enlarged rectal vein is called a:
A) hiatal hernia.
B) hemorrhoid.
C) haustrum.
D) diverticulum.
Q3) Barium peritonitis is a serious condition that results from:
A) perforation of the colon during barium enema.
B) hardening of the barium in the colon.
C) spasm and cramping during enema administration.
D) fluid overload in patients with megacolon.
Q4) Preparation for an upper gastrointestinal examination usually requires:
A) fasting.
B) low-residue diet.
C) enemas.
D) suppositories.
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Chapter 10: Contrast Media and Special Radiographic Techniques
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Q1) When iodinated media are mixed with incompatible medications,the contrast agent may undergo a chemical change,resulting in solid particles that precipitate with potential for very serious consequences.To avoid the possibility of this complication when injecting medication through an existing IV line,you should:
A) draw back on the syringe and check for precipitate before injecting.
B) look up the medication in a suitable reference to be sure it is compatible.
C) flush the catheter with saline before and after injection of the contrast medium.
D) use only isosmolar contrast agents in this situation.
Q2) The number of particles in solution per kilogram of water is called the _____ of the solution.
A) osmolality
B) ionicity
C) viscosity
D) ionic weight toxicity ratio
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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) When mobile radiographic equipment is used in the surgical suite,the responsibility for the cleanliness of the unit rests with the:
A) maintenance staff.
B) surgical staff.
C) surgeon.
D) radiographer.
Q3) Which of the following treatment situations presents the greatest risk to the patient if momentarily disconnected?
A) Nasogastric tube
B) Oxygen
C) Urinary catheter
D) Closed chest drainage
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Chapter 12: Special Imaging Modalities
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Q1) Transcatheter embolization is an interventional technique used to:
A) open a constricted vessel to increase blood flow.
B) decrease or stop blood flow.
C) visualize the status of an artery.
D) facilitate stent placement.
Q2) The imaging modality most commonly used to localize needle placement for amniocentesis is:
A) angiography.
B) CT.
C) sonography.
D) mammography.
Q3) An imaging modality that is commonly used to produce axial images of the spinal canal following routine myelography while the contrast medium is still within the spinal canal is:
A) CT.
B) MRI.
C) sonography.
D) nuclear medicine.
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