Bariatric Radiography Quiz

What is the definition of obesity?

• An increase in body weight caused by an excessive accumulation of water

• An increase in body weight caused by an excessive accumulation of bone

• An increase in body weight caused by an excessive accumulation of fat

• An increase in body weight caused by an excessive accumulation of muscle

How is Body Mass Index (BMI) calculated?

• body weight (lbs) / height (cm)

• body weight (kg) / height (in.)

• body weight (kg) / height (m)

• body weight (lbs) / height (in.)

What BMI range classifies a person as 'Morbidly Obese'?

• 50 and above

• 40 - 49.9

• 30 - 39.9

• 20 - 29.9

What is the branch of medicine that deals with prevention, control, & treatment of obesity?

• Dermatology

• Endocrinology

• Bariatric Medicine

• Cardiology

What is the most reliable landmark for radiographers when imaging a bariatric patient?

• Iliac crest

• Jugular notch

• Symphysis pubis

• ASIS

What is the main consideration for image quality when imaging a bariatric patient?

• Increased contrast resolution

• Decreased contrast resolution

• Decreased spatial resolution

• Increased spatial resolution

Which type of weight loss surgery involves creating a small pouch from the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestines?

• Sleeve gastrectomy

• Gastric bypass

• Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding

• None of the above

What is the most important factor to prevent motion when imaging a bariatric patient?

• Manual techniques

• Use grids

• Increase mAs

• Decrease KVP