Chapter 49: Radiology Procedures
MATCHING
Match the following terms with the correct definition:
a.
transducer
m.
cassette
b.
barium
n.
intensifying screen
c.
enema
o.
safe light
d.
contrast medium
p.
ultrasound
e.
collimator
q.
diagnostic imaging
f.
lower GI
r.
grid technique
g.
lateral
s.
oblique
h.
film hanger
t.
endoscope
i.
dosimeter
u.
caliper
j.
processing
v.
radiolucent
k.
radiology
w.
x-ray tube
l.
technique chart
x.
ventrodorsal
1. flushing with warm water placed into the rectum
2. the study of radiation
3. sets the size of the x-ray beam and reduces and prevents scatter radiation
4. x-ray view of an animal on its side
5. chemical substance used to study parts of the body and films are taken in sequences to
monitor how well the substance moves in the body
6. tool used to measure the thickness of a body part
7. listing of x-ray settings based on the thickness of the body part
8. x-ray badge that measures the amount of radiation a person is exposed to
9. appearing black or dark gray in color and may indicate soft tissue or air and may be an
overexposure factor
10. x-ray view with an animal lying on its back
11. the area located below the x-ray table that holds the cassette
12. the part of the x-ray machine that holds the radiation
13. area located within the film cassette to help produce a better exposure to the film
14. developing film within the darkroom
15. term used for performing radiographs, ultrasounds, and endoscopy
16. tools used to secure film for manual processing and development
17. sound waves bounce off the patient and create an echo within the tissues
18. contrast film of the lower digestive tract organs
19. a solution administered by mouth or rectally and used to fluoresce body parts of the digestive
system
20. red light that is low in intensity and a filter that doesn’t damage the film
21. equipment made of a bundle of fine glass rods moved through the body to project an image
using a light source
22. the wand on the ultrasound machine
Matching
a.
view is used on areas that need to be placed at an angle to prevent double exposure
from other body organ
b.
the x-ray beam penetrates the anterior portion of the body area as the entrance and
the posterior portion of the body as the exit point
c.
safety hazard that produces x-rays
d.
tool used to measure the thickness of a body part
e.
located within the film cassette to help produce a better exposure to the film
f.
red light that is low in intensity and a filter that doesn’t damage the film
g.
solution used to develop x-ray film
h.
solution used to prolong the life of x-ray film
i.
the printout of an ultrasound image
j.
x-ray badge that measures the amount of radiation a person is exposed to
k.
the act of developing x-ray film
l.
wand tool used to scan the area to ultrasound
m.
procedure of visually examining the interior of the body by using an endoscope or
a tool used to view the inside of the body
23. dosimeter
24. endoscopy
25. caliper
26. fixer
27. safe light
28. radiation
29. sonogram
30. processing
31. oblique
32. developer
COMPLETION
1. The endoscopy procedure is used to take __________________ or ____________________
samples.
2. A ______________________ is a series of films taken as a substance passes through the
body.
3. A ______________ view places an animal on its chest for an x-ray.
4. A __________________ or _____________________ may be used to help position an animal
for an x-ray.
5. The distance of the x-ray beam and the film is usually between _____ and ____ inches.
6. When the exposure button is pressed, a _________________ sounds.
7. The x-ray room and door should be monitored for ________________ that may cause film
development issues.
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Where is the dosimeter placed during an x-ray?
a.
on the x-ray table
c.
on the x-ray machine
b.
on the x-ray gown neck or pocket
d.
on the caliper
2. Which of the following is a term for over exposure of film or film that is too dark in
appearance?
a.
radiopaque
c.
blackened
b.
radiolucent
d.
collimator
3. Which of the following is NOT necessary for the x-ray log?
a.
body part to be x-rayed
c.
developing method
b.
thickness of body part in cm
d.
date
4. Which of the following is the proper position for a LAT x-ray view?
a.
right lateral recumbency
c.
anterior posterior
b.
left lateral recumbency
d.
on the back
5. Which of the following is NOT a statement referring to automatic film processing?
a.
Automatic film processing is less costly than other methods.
b.
Automatic film processing requires regular machine servicing.
c.
Automatic film processing requires a backup method of processing.
d.
Automatic film processing produces a film quickly.
6. Which of the following is TRUE about x-ray film?
a.
only handle film by the corner
c.
keep film in a light, tight bin
b.
place a film in every cassette
d.
all of the above
TRUE/FALSE
1. All x-rays should include a left and a right marker.
2. The cassette screens should be cleaned with a disinfectant such as Clorox.
3. The water temperature during processing is not important to the developing process.
4. A safe light is required for proper film development.
SHORT ANSWER
1. What is the term for the wand that is used during an ultrasound procedure?
2. What are two settings that must be set on the x-ray machine?
3. List 4 examples of x-ray views or positions.
a.
b.
c.
d.
4. List 4 items that are kept in an x-ray log.
a.
b.
c.
d.
5. Name 3 items that are required for film identification.
a.
b.
c.