Chapter 3 Abdomen (More)

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Which positioning routine should be used for an acute abdominal series if the pt is too ill to stand

Two-way Abd. (AP supine & Left Lateral Decubitus)

The 2 large muscles found in the posterior abdomen adjacent to the lumbar vertebra that are usually visible on n anteroposterior (AP) radiograph are called the...

Psoas Major

Why may the PA projection of a KUB generally be less desirable than the AP projection?

Increase OID of kidneys on PA

Which topographic landmark is found at the level of L2-L3?

Inferior Costal (Ribs)

Rotation can be determined on a KUB radiograph by the loss of symmetric appearance of..

1. Iliac Crest 2. Obturator Foramina 3. Ischial Spine 4. Outer Rib Margins

What are the 2 causes of voluntary motion?

1. Pt Breathing 2. Pt moving during exposure

The iliac crest is at the level of the ________ vertebra

L4-L5

The double-walled membrane that lines the abdominopelvic cavity is called the...

Peritoneum

Which endocrine glands are superomedial to each kidney?

Suprarenal glands

Why should a pt be placed in the decubitus position for minimum of 5 minutes before exposure

To allow intra-abdominal air to rise or abd. fluid to accumulate

Why is it recommended to take abdominal radiographs at the end of patient expiration?

To increase room for expansion of the abd. organs

The prominence of the greater trochanter is at the same level as the ____________ symphysis pubis, and the lower margins of the ischial tuberosities are about ____________inches (____cm) _______ (proximal or distal) to the symphysis pubis

superior border 1 1/2 inches (1-4cm) Distal


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