Chest X ray

How do you check if the an X-ray is rotated ?

• Check if ribs are parallel

• Check if scapula are parallel

• Check if clavicles are parallel

• Check if clavicles are parallel to sternum

How many ribs are seen in the lung field in a normal chest xray taken in an inspiration phase?

• 5-6

• 8-9

• 9-10

• 10-11

Which is the best view to analyze a chest x ray ?

• AP

• Oblique

• Lateral

• PA

How does a chest X-ray with a good exposure looks like ?

• The vertebrae are distinct

• Heart absorb X-rays in a decent amount so vertebrae are difficult to identify

• Airbronchogram is clearly visible

• Vertebrae are translucent

In which condition can we find a significant deviation of trachea to the opposite side?

• Consolidation

• Pneumothorax

• Atelectasis

• Foreign body

In which of the following conditions do we find absence of lung markings in Chest X ray ?

• Pneumothorax

• Pleural effusion

• Sarcoidosis

• Atelectasis

Blunting of costophrenic angles is seen in which of the following conditions?

• Emphysema

• Pneumothorax

• Mesothelioma

• Consolidation

What is your diagnosis?

• Pneumothorax

• Tuberculosis

• Atelectasis

• Consolidation

What is your diagnosis based on this xray ?

• Pneumonia

• Tuberculosis

• Pneumothorax

• Hemothorax

What is your diagnosis?

• Pneumothorax

• Consolidation

• Pneumonia

• Pleural effusion