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1

True or false: No physical therapist in the United States can order an imaging study.
A)True
B)False
2

True or false: Because imaging studies are so sophisticated these days, the results from them are extremely diagnostic.
A)True
B)False
3

The following statements are correct with regard to conventional radiography, except:
A)It is generally considered to be the first order diagnostic imaging modality
B)X-ray film initially produces a negative image
C)Areas of absorption of the x-rays appear darker on the film
D)Body tissues of greater density allow less penetration of the x-rays.
4

All of the following are ways to reduce radiation exposure during an x-ray, except:
A)Patient centering
B)Routine calibration of x-ray equipment
C)Patient shielding
D)Taking repeat x-rays
5

What type of x-ray is used to help determine joint stability?
A)A joint series
B)Stress x-ray
C)Arthrography
D)Ottawa series
6

What is the name given to the imaging technique used to view the spinal cord, dura, and nerve roots
A)Myleography
B)Diskography
C)Angiography
D)Spinography
7

Which of the following is an incorrect statement about CT ?
A)CT is useful when a 3-D image of a structure is required
B)The CT provides a good image of the sternoclavicular joint
C)A CT is a safe technique as it does not involve the use of x-rays
D)The image quality of a CT depends on two parameters: spatial resolution and contrast resolution.
8

Contraindications for the use of MRI include all of the following, except:
A)Cardiac pacemakers
B)Metallic hardware
C)Tattooed eyeliner
D)Post-traumatic fracture
9

True or false: More dense tissue such as bone and collagen reflects more sound waves than less dense tissue such as water or fat during diagnostic ultrasound.
A)True
B)False







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