A patient comes to radiology with a history of a gastric ulcer. Which of the following procedures would be most diagnostic to demonstrate this lesion?

A stomach with the duodenal bulb at the level of L1-2 would be found in a(n) ____ patient.

A telescoping, or invagination, of one part of the intestine into another is termed:

A twisting of the intestine on its own mesentery is termed:

An infant is brought to the ED with a possible intussusception. Which of the following procedures may actually correct this condition?

At what level should the CR and image receptor be centered for the RAO or PA upper GI projection and/or position on asthenic body type of patient?

At what stage of respiration should the enema tip be inserted into the rectum?

CR centering for an esophagogram should be to the vertebral level of:

Central ray and image receptor centering for a 1-hour small bowel radiograph should be:

During the initial enema tip insertion, the tip is aimed:

For an average adult, the amount of barium ingested is one 16-oz cup for a small bowel only series.

How much barium is typically given to a 3- to 10-year-old child during an upper GI series?

How much obliquity is required for the RAO position for the esophagus?

In what position is the patient placed for the enema tip insertion?

Lipids (fats) are broken down into fatty acids and glycerol as they are digested and absorbed by the:

Once food enters the stomach and is mixed with gastric secretions, it is termed:

Patient preparation for an adult upper GI series includes:

Protective aprons worn during fluoroscopy must possess at least ____ mm lead equivalency (Pb/Eq.).

Research suggests that peptic ulcers may be caused by:

Saliva contains certain enzymes to begin the digestion of:

Swallowed air can be used as a negative-contrast medium during an upper GI series.

The RAO position of the esophagus is preferred over the left anterior oblique (LAO) because it:

The height of the enema bag must be set at 40 inches (100 cm) above the radiographic table at the onset of the study.

The ideal kVp range for a double-contrast barium enema is:

The liver is located primarily in the ____ of the abdomen.

The liver performs more than 100 different physiologic functions

The liver secretes approximately ____ mL of bile per day.

The main function of bile is to:

The patient must be NPO a minimum of ____ hours before the small bowel series.

The “tapered,” or “corkscrew,” radiographic sign is often seen with:

Toward which aspect(s) of the stomach will barium gravitate with the patient in a prone position?

What is the classification of barium sulfate as a contrast media?

What is the term for the longitudinal mucosal folds found within the stomach?

What is the term for the three bands of muscle that pull the large intestine into pouches?

What type of breathing instructions should be given to the patient during an esophagogram using a thin barium mixture?

What type of contrast media is ideal for demonstrating a diverticulum within the stomach?

When are small bowel series deemed to be complete?

Where is bile formed?

Which aspect of the colon has the widest range of motion?

Which aspect of the gallbladder is labeled 1?

Which aspect of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is primarily responsible for the absorption of digestive end products along with water, vitamins, and minerals?

Which aspect of the stomach is attached to the duodenum?

Which of the following clinical indications would mandate the use of an oral, water-soluble contrast agent?

Which of the following conditions would contraindicate the use of a cathartic before a barium enema?

Which of the following is not one of the cardinal principles of radiation protection?

Which of the following kVp ranges should be used for an upper GI series using barium sulfate (single-contrast study)?

Which of the following statements is true about barium sulfate?

Which of the following structures is not considered to be an accessory organ of digestion?

Which of the following technical factors will best enhance a digital image taken during an upper GI series?

Which one of the following cardinal principles of radiation protection is most effective in reducing the dose to the technologist during fluoroscopy?

Which part of the large intestine is located between the rectum and the descending colon?

Which part of the small intestine is the shortest?

Which part of the small intestine makes up three-fifths of its entirety?

Which position taken during a barium enema will best demonstrate the left colic flexure?

Which radiographic sign is frequently seen with adenocarcinoma of the large intestine?

Which structure is labeled 1?

Which term describes the outer, lateral border of the stomach?

Which two forces or processes propel food down the esophagus?

Chole-” is a prefix for terms pertaining to the: