Test Bank for Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice, 5th Edition, by Bruce W.

Long, Eu

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Chapter 10: Formulating X-ray Techniques
Long et al.: Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice, 5th Edition

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which of the following are types of technique charts?

a. Variable mAs and fixed mAs
b. Variable mAs and variable kVp
c. Variable kVp and fixed kVp
d. Variable kVp and fixed mAs
ANS: C

2. Which of the following, if changed permanently, would require a change in the technique
chart?
1. kVp
2. mA
3. SID
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1, 2, and 3
ANS: D

3. A listing of the various radiographic examinations performed in a radiographic room along

with the exposure factors is called a(n):
a. technique chart.
b. exposure index.
c. tube rating chart.
d. caliper chart.
ANS: A

4. Which of the following statements regarding technique charts is true? Technique charts are
a. the same for every radiology department.
b. the same for every x-ray machine within a radiology department.
c. the same regardless of IR, grid, SID, and other factors.
d. unique to each x-ray machine and each facility.
ANS: D

5. Which of the following methods are effective ways to obtain a technique chart?
1. Create one using a Supertech® calculator.
2. Request assistance from the equipment manufacturer’s technical representative.
3. Hire a radiographer consultant who is experienced in technique chart preparation.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1, 2, and 3
 ANS: D

6. Technique charts are based on patient body part measurements obtained using an x-ray
caliper. These measurements are expressed as:
a. circumference in inches.
b. part thickness in centimeters.
c. diameter in centimeters.
d. part thickness and width in inches.
ANS: B

7. What is a radiographic phantom?

a. An unwanted density on an x-ray image
b. Another name for an artifact
c. A human skeleton or part of a skeleton encased in plastic to simulate human tissue
d. A tool for measuring body parts to set exposure factors
ANS: C

8. What is the name of the organization that requires technique charts be posted for every
radiographic room?
a. State Department of Health
b. The Joint Commission
c. American Society of Radiologic Technologists
d. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
ANS: B

9. Technique charts are based on:

a. patient weight and body habitus.
b. processor temperature and replenishment rates.
c. thickness of the body part to be radiographed.
d. nature of the suspected pathologic condition.
ANS: C

10. Which type of technique chart has a specific mAs value for each projection and uses small
changes in kVp to compensate for variances in patient or part size?
a. Fixed kVp
b. Variable kVp
c. Fixed SID
d. Variable SID
ANS: B

11. Which of the following approaches to technique charts will provide the highest kVp
setting, the lowest patient dose, and the greatest exposure latitude?
a. High kVp
b. Optimum kVp
c. Medium kVp
d. Low kVp
ANS: B
12. Using the principle of “optimum kilovoltage” to formulate exposure techniques will result
in ___________ patient exposure and _______ exposure latitude.
a. high; narrow
b. high; great
c. the least; narrow
d. the least; wide
ANS: D

13. What is an advantage of the variable kVp technique chart?

a. It is easier to calculate.
b. The overall image contrast is lower, which can provide greater visibility of detail.
c. It prompts less patient exposure on most examinations.
d. It produces fewer heat units per exposure.
ANS: B

14. How does one determine if the mA station is obtainable at the desired kVp without
exceeding the capacity of the x-ray tube?
a. Consult the technique chart.
b. Consult the tube rating chart.
c. Consult the generator maximum ratings.
d. Consult the equipment manufacturer’s engineer.
ANS: B

15. A good reason for sometimes selecting the highest available mA station to obtain a given
amount of mAs is to:
a. keep the exposure time as short as possible.
b. use the small focal spot.
c. prevent excessive anode heat.
d. accommodate breathing technique.
ANS: A

16. A good reason for selecting a low mA station to obtain a given amount of mAs is to:
a. reduce motion blur.
b. use the small focal spot.
c. obtain optimum kilovoltage.
d. maintain the SID at 40 inches.
ANS: B

17. What is the correct exposure time required to produce 50 mAs when using the 200 mA
station?
a. 0.25 seconds
b. 4 seconds
c. 2.5 seconds
d. 0.4 seconds
ANS: A
18. Which of the following may be a cause of technique chart “failure”?
a. Incorrect mA station selection
b. Excessive exposure time
c. Insufficient exposure time
d. kVp level not optimum to penetrate the part
ANS: D

19. How much of a change in mAs is needed if there is a 2-cm increase in the part size?
a. 20%
b. 25%
c. 30%
d. 40%
ANS: C

20. A satisfactory radiograph is made using 20 mAs at 40 inches SID. How much mAs is
needed to produce a similar radiograph at 60 inches SID?
a. 30 mAs
b. 35 mAs
c. 45 mAs
d. 55 mAs
ANS: C

21. Advantages of using a fixed kVp technique chart include which of the following?
1. Contrast is lower.
2. Exposures will have more latitude.
3. Patient exposures are lower.
a. 1 and 2
b. 1 and 3
c. 2 and 3
d. 1, 2, and 3
ANS: C

22. Which of the following would cause a radiograph to have too much contrast?
a. kVp level set too low
b. kVp level set too high
c. mA station too low
d. mA station too high
ANS: A

23. An increase in exposure technique would be required if a patient had:

a. cardiomegaly.
b. osteoporosis
c. pneumonia.
d. advanced age.
ANS: A

24. Which of the following pathologic conditions require an increase in exposure factors?
 1. Pneumonia
2. Paget disease
3. Bowel obstruction
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1, 2, and 3
ANS: A

25. When an image is too light, what is usually the best technique adjustment for the repeat
radiograph?
a. Increase the mAs 100%.
b. Decrease the mAs 50%.
c. Increase the kVp 100%.
d. Decrease the kVp 50%.
ANS: A

26. Which technical factor should be used to correct problems with radiographic density?
a. SID
b. Grid ratio
c. mAs
d. kVp
ANS: C

27. Which of the following pathologic conditions require a decrease in exposure technique?
1. Multiple myeloma
2. Emphysema
3. Osteoporosis
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1, 2, and 3
ANS: D

28. Which technical factor is used to alter radiographic contrast?

a. mA
b. Exposure time
c. kVp
d. SID
ANS: C

29. Which radiographic quality characteristic is primarily affected by kVp?

a. Density
b. Contrast
c. Spatial resolution
d. Distortion
 ANS: B

30. If the kVp is increased using the “15% rule,” an 80-kVp exposure would change to which
of the following?
a. 68 kVp
b. 92 kVp
c. 105 kVp
d. 160 kVp
ANS: B

31. Which of the following body parts can benefit from the use of a compensating filter?
a. AP thoracic spine
b. AP abdomen
c. AP cervical spine
d. AP skull
ANS: A

32. Which category of patient seldom requires a compensating filter for general radiographic
examinations?
a. Geriatric
b. Pediatric
c. Age 18 to 24
d. Age 18 to 35
ANS: B

33. The minimum amount of mAs change that will prompt a visible change in image density
is:
a. 5%.
b. 10%.
c. 20%.
d. 30%.
ANS: D

34. A decrease in exposure technique would be required if a patient had:

a. cardiomegaly.
b. degenerative arthritis.
c. pleural effusion.
d. rheumatoid arthritis.
ANS: B

35. Which groups of patients need “specialized” technique charts?

1. Obese
2. Pediatric
3. Very muscular
a. 1 and 2
b. 1 and 3
c. 2 and 3
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d. 1, 2, and 3
ANS: A

36. What is the major limitation in obtaining images of obese patients?

a. A strong enough table to hold the patient
b. Reduced resolution due to motion
c. Inadequate penetration of the body part
d. Inability to adjust the mAs high enough
ANS: C

37. What is the single most important technical exposure adjustment that should be made
when imaging an obese patient?
a. Decreasing the kVp
b. Increasing the kVp
c. Decreasing the mAs
d. Increasing the mAs
ANS: B

38. Which of the following projections of a body part would benefit from the use of a
compensating filter?
a. AP C-spine
b. AP knee
c. AP humerus
d. AP thoracic spine
ANS: D

39. An major advantage of using a compensating filter for an x-ray projection is that it:
a. prevents taking two x-rays of the same body part.
b. reduces contrast in dense body parts.
c. increases contrast in dense body parts.
d. saves time in producing the image.
ANS: A

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