Ch. 1, 12 and 20 review

What is indicated by a side marker?

The side of the patient

What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

To protect underlying tissues

What does supination mean?

To turn the arm so that the palm of the hand is up

What does the term cephalad mean?

Toward the head

When a qualified interpreter is used for non-English-speaking patients, the interpreter will:

Translate only what is said by and to the patient

How many individual body systems comprise the human body?

11

How many states use the ARRT limited scope examination for certifying limited operators in their state?

35

What is the usual legal retention time for radiographs?

5-7 years

Which of the following would be a violation of patient confidentiality?

A limited operator talks to his friend during lunch about a patient's imaging procedure

Which of the following terms describe essential features of good charting in paper charts?

Accurate, pertinent, legible

What organization establishes standards and provides certification examinations for radiologic technologists?

American registry of radiologic technologists (ARRT)

Which of the following are types of intentional misconduct?

Assault, Battery, Invasion of privacy

What are the two basic divisions of the skeletal system?

Axial and appendicular

Which of the following are within the scope of practice for a limited operator?

Basic radiographic examination, explanation of procedure

Which of the following are examples of short bones?

Carpal bones, tarsal bones

Which of the following are examples of long bones?

Femur, Humerus, Tibia

An elderly patient is scheduled for an x-ray examination. After she arrives, she states that she does not want to have any x-rays and that she is going to go home. You should:

First, talk with the patient to clarify any misunderstandings

Which type of bone is made up of two layers of compact bone with a thin cancellous layer between them?

Flat bones

What signed document is required for experimental procedures or those that carry substantial risk?

Informed consent

Which of the following are true regarding informed consent?

Informed consent may be revoked at any time, patient must be legally competent to sign

Which of the following are organ systems of the human body?

Integumentary, lymphatic, nervous

Which national organization formally conducts accreditation. Of education programs in radiologic technology?

JRCERT

Which organization began to accredit limited scope x-ray machine operator educational programs in 2012?

JRCERT

Written information that reflects negatively on a person's character is called:

Libel

My neck, my back

Lick my P*ssy and my crack

The nationally accepted, and most often used term for the limited x-ray operator is:

Limited x-ray machine operator

Which of the following are possible consequences for practicing beyond the scope of practice of a limited operator?

Monetary fines, revocation of license/permit, imprisonment

On what date were x-rays discovered?

November 8, 1895

What term is used to describe the path of the CR from the radiographic tube, through the patient, and to the IR?

Projection

X-rays were discovered in 1895 by:

Roentgen

The term "ethics" is defined as:

Rules that apply values and moral standards to our actions

Limited radiography is called limited because the ? Limited.

Scope of practice is

Observed, objective manifestations of diseases are called:

Signs

Which of the following are parts of the axial skeleton?

Skull, Spine

Which of the following describes anatomic position?

Standing facing the observer with palms of hands turned foward and toes facing anteriorly

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

Sternum

Anatomy refers to the ? Of the body.

Structure

A long, sharp bony process is called a:

Styloid

Which body position term indicates that the patient is lying on his or her back?

Supine

Which of the following practices might be characterized as slander?

Telling a co-worker that one of your patient's pathology was caused by unsafe sex

A graphic form in the patient's chart is used to provide longitudinal comparisons of which of the following?

Temperature, pulse, and blood pressure

In radiography, what three items must be precisely aligned?

The X-ray tube, the IR, and the body part

Which of the following body systems helps to regulate body temperature?

Circulatory

A rounded process that forms part of a joint is called a:

Condyle

What type of tissue binds together and supports the various structures of the body?

Connective

Which tissue type is the most widely distributed and has the greatest variety of form and function?

Connective

Diseases that occur as the result of treatment by health professionals are termed:

Iatrogenic

When the cause of a disease is unknown, then the disease is classified as:

Idiopathic

A joint that is classified as synarthrodial is:

Immoveable

A document that sets forth standards of correct behavior within a profession is called:

A code of ethics

Physiology pertains to the study of the ? Of the human body

Function

Which of the following bones is classified as a long bone?

Humerus

Which of the following is an example of appropriate assertiveness by a radiographer?

"Please come now. I need help with this case."

How many major organ systems comprise the human body?

11

How many bones compose the skeletal system?

206

Movement of a part away from the central axis of the body is called:

Abduction

The world's oldest and largest radiologic science professional organization is the:

American society of radiologic technologists (ASRT)

The midcoronal plane divides the body into equal ? Halves

Anterior and Posterior

The specialized area of radiology that sues x-rays to measure the bone mineral content and density of bones is:

Bone densitometry

An axial projection is achieved when the:

CR is angled longitudinally 10 degrees or more.

Examples of "flat" bones are the:

Calvaria, ribs, scapulae, and sternum

Which of the following bones is classified as a short bone?

Carpal (wrist bones)

Which radiographic position requires a recumbent body position and a horizontal CR?

Decubitus

Which system of the human body is responsible for the elimination of solid waste?

Digestive

A limited operator innocently commits an error as the result of following the orders of his or her employer, a physician. The employer may be held responsible according to which of the following?

Doctrine of respondeat superior

Which of the following is the proper method to make a correction in a paper chart?

Draw a line through the entry and initial the correction

Which of the following systems of the human body includes all ductless glands of the body?

Endocrine

Which of the following is considered a duty of a limited x-ray machine operator?

Explain the procedure and the preparation to the patient

What term is used to describe a straightened joint?

Extension

When family members make angry and persistent demands on the staff, this is most likely the result of:

Fear over the condition of their relative

A hole in bone that provides a passage for nerves and blood vessels is called a:

Foramen

What term is applied to the condition in which the tissue of the bone is broken or disrupted?

Fracture

A joint that is classified as diarthrodial is:

Freely moveable

Which plane divides the body into equal right and left halves?

Midsagittal

Mrs. Elizabeth Dunbar is 86 years old and a bit confused. She is most likely to respond appropriately if you address her as:

Mrs. Dunbar

Which tissue type functions to produce movement?

Muscle

The omission of reasonable care or caution defines:

Negligence

A general knowledge of ? Helps limited operators understand the reasons procedures are needed.

Pathology

The study of diseases or abnormal conditions of the body is termed:

Pathology

Which of the following are parts of the appendicular skeleton?

Pelvis, extremities

Which of the following qualifies as practicing beyond the scope of a limited operator?

Performing mammograms or CT exams in a private physician's office

X-ray examinations are performed on orders issued by:

Physicians

A medical doctor who diagnoses and treats disorders and diseases of the feet is called a(n):

Podiatrist

The term applied to the back portion of the body or body part is:

Posterior

A prediction of the course of the disease and the prospects for the patients recovery is termed:

Prognosis

Which of the following are responsibilities of a limited operator?

Providing the patient with considerate and respectful care, providing patients with complete, accurate information regarding diagnosis, keeping patient information confidential

What is the proper term for the "pictures" produced by x-rays?

Radiographs

A physician specialist who interprets radiographs and performs special imaging procedures is called

Radiologist

When communication has been "validated", this means that the speaker has done what?

Received a response from the listener that demonstrates comprehension

A term for a physician who has completed extensive additional training to qualify as an expert in a particular aspect of practice is a:

Specialist

A body system consists of an association of organs that share a common function

True

Which of the following are examples of appropriate self-care if demonstrated by a limited operator?

Wearing an apron while ensuring patient safety during an imaging procedure, using proper body mechanics when transferring a patient from a stretcher to the x-ray table

To determine the credentials or certification needed for you to practice limited radiography, you should contact:

Your state department of Health