Xray Clinic

Front

Which of the following describes imaging that is more radiolucent? Options: X-rays that pass through low-density lung tissue strike the film more directly and cause an image that is darker in appearance., X-rays that pass through high-density tissue (e.g. bone) are more absorbed and cause an image that is lighter in appearance., Tissue that x-rays are unable to pass through, Radiopaque

Back

X-rays that pass through low-density lung tissue strike the film more directly and cause an image that is darker in appearance.

Front

What are air bronchograms?

Back

A pattern on a chest radiograph that shows air-filled bronchi surrounded by areas of consolidation.

Front

Does air appear radiolucent or radiopaque?

Back

Radiolucent

Front

What is a description of the AP view?

Back

The x-ray source is positioned in front with the film behind the patient’s back.

Front

What is the best film for detecting small amounts of pleural fluid? Options: Lateral decubitus, PA view, AP view, Oblique view

Back

Lateral decubitus

Front

Does bone appear radiolucent or radiopaque?

Back

Radiopaque

Front

What is a costophrenic angle?

Back

The arch where the diaphragm and chest wall meet and form a point.

Front

Does an embolus show up on a CT scan?

Back

Yes

Front

Can an ultrasound detect pleural effusions?

Back

Yes, even small ones.

Front

Fluid build-up in the alveoli causes what appearance?

Back

Kerley B lines