RAD 100- Chest 2 review

What is the reason for the use of 72" SID on chest x-rays?

• No reason

• To fit the whole chest on image

• Less magnification of heart

• More magnification of heart

What level is the CR located on PA chest view?

• T3

• T7

• Top of scapula

• Inferior tip of scapula

On a lateral chest x-ray- which should be placed against the IR?

• Right

• Left

• Doesn't matter

• The tech always chooses which is best

If the patient is positioned in a left lateral, for the chest x-ray which lung is best shown?

• Right

• Middle

• Left

• Behind

Where is the CR for an AP chest view?

• T3

• T7

• At jugular notch

• 3" below jugular notch

On a good inspiration, how many rib pairs should be shown on an chest x-ray?

• 5

• 8

• 10

• 12

Where should the IR be placed when positioning for an AP chest x-ray?

• 1.5-2" above shoulder level

• At shoulder level

• 1.5-2" below shoulder level

• At the base of the chin

What needs to be done for a proper PA chest image?

• Arms above head

• Shoulders rolled back

• Shoulders rolled forward

• Clavicles equidistant from each other