CHEST

How many posterior ribs should be seen above the diaphragm for a well inspired PA chest projection?

• 7

• 8

• 9

• 10

what is the recommended kV range for adult chest radiography?

• 70-80

• 90-100

• 100-110

• 110-125

what type of immobilization technique should be used for a chest radiograph in a young pediatric patient

• pigg-o-stat

• parent/ guardian

• compression band, restrain on table

• technologist

What is the minimum SID for erect chest radiography?

• 40 inhces

• 60 inches

• 72 inches

• 120 inches

which lung has three lobes

• right

• left

• neither

• both

The level of the trachea bifurcation is the

• thyroid cartilage

• carina

• larynx

• diaphragm

what are the two most important landmarks for chest positioning

• jugular notch

• top of shoulders

• xiphoid tip

• vertebra prominens

what structure corresponds to the level of t9-t10

• jugular notch

• thyroid cartilage

• xiphoid tip

• carina

where is the jugular notch located

• scapula

• sternum

• thyroid cartilage

• 8th rib

when performing a chest radiograph if only 7 ribs are seen above the diaphragm what should you do?

• repeat the exposure

• use a higher kVp

• have the patient lie supine

• take the exposure on the second inspiration