AMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS (ARRT)TESTS BUNDLE SET

The CJIS Security Policy outlines the minimum requirements. Each criminal justice agency is encouraged to develop internal security training that defines local and agency specific policies and procedures. CORRECT ANSWER True What agencies should have written policy describing the actions to be ta...

*Study guide for the ARRT exam in radiography.* CORRECT ANSWER *Anatomy and positioning are not covered in this study guide.* What is a tort? CORRECT ANSWER A violation of civil law. Torts are also known as ________. CORRECT ANSWER Personal Injury Law If a patient is apprehensive about bein...

An image that demonstrates low contrast can be caused from: 1. High mAs 2. Low kVp 3. Insufficient beam restriction CORRECT ANSWER 3 only Which of the following interactions with matter reduce contrast in an x-ray image? CORRECT ANSWER Compton scattering From anatomical position, pronati...

Iron is an example of a _______________ material. CORRECT ANSWER Ferromagnetic For trauma radiography, a radiographer could best acquire images of a lateral distal femur by: CORRECT ANSWER acquiring a cross-table lateral femur with a lateromedial projection Total brightness gain for the image ...

Which of the following bones are in the hindfoot portion of the foot? CORRECT ANSWER Calcaneus and talus When the ankle is flexed to raise the foot, the movement is termed CORRECT ANSWER dorsiflexion When the leg is extended in the supine position, the ankle is maximally dorsiflexed and the ce...

a cells maturity and rate of division CORRECT ANWER Proliferation what affects radiosensitivity the most? CORRECT ANWER Proliferation what does LET stand for? CORRECT ANWER Linear Energy Transfer describe LET CORRECT ANWER the rate at which energy is transferred to tissue as radiation (x ra...

1. The normal range of respiration of an adult is A. 5- 10 breaths per minute B. 12-20 breaths per minute c. 20-30 breaths per minute D. 35-50 breaths per minute CORRECT ANSWER B. 12-20 2 which of the following is a parenteral route of medication administration A. sublingual B. Intramusc...

M/C: Which of the following are true for an AP coccyx projection? 1. 15 degree cephalic angle. 2. 10 degree caudal angle 3. center 2 inches superior to the pubic symphysis CORRECT ANSWER 2 and 3 More windings on the primary side of the transformer will create ____ voltage on the secondary s...

sthenic CORRECT ANSWER average build hyposthenic CORRECT ANSWER slender asthenic CORRECT ANSWER extremely thin hypersthenic CORRECT ANSWER above average or massive build what landmark corresponds to C4-5? CORRECT ANSWER thyroid cartilage what landmark corresponds to the sternal notch?...

C CORRECT ANSWER Radiographs are property of the: a) radiologist b) patient c) health care institution d) referring physician A CORRECT ANSWER A patient who is diaphoretic has: a) pale, cool clammy skin b) hot, dry skin c) dilated pupils d) warm, moist skin D CORRECT ANSWER Which o...

An increase in technical factors is likely to be required for the following condition(s) 1. Emphysema 2. Atelectasis 3. Ascites A 1 only B 1 and 2 only C 2 and 3 only D 1, 2, and 3 CORRECT ANSWER c Which of the following help(s) to reduce patient dose? 1. Tube filtration 2. Proper b...

Alkaline phosphatase is produced by... CORRECT ANSWER Liver, bone and Placenta Normal liver Measurement.. CORRECT ANSWER 13 - 15 /Hepatomegaly after 17cm Which liver Lab value is noted for a malignancy marker in nonpregnant patients? CORRECT ANSWER AFP alpha- fetoprotein indirect bilirubin-...

right ovary CORRECT ANSWER which side does ovarian torsion normally occur on? adult polycystic kidney disease CORRECT ANSWER bilateral enlarged kidneys that contain numerous cysts internal microcalcifications CORRECT ANSWER suspicious malignant thyroid tumor nodule characteristic chronic re...

What kind of ascites may be associated with cancer? CORRECT ANSWER Exudate Ascites Cancer that causes lesions to develop on the skin and other places; often associated with AIDS CORRECT ANSWER Kaposi sarcoma What is it called when someone has an elevated white blood cell count? CORRECT ANSWER ...

piezoelectric effect? CORRECT ANSWER property of certain materials to create a voltage when pressure is applied -indirect piezoelectric effect reverse piezoelectric effect? CORRECT ANSWER property of certain materials to deform when voltage is applied to them and create pressure (sound) -dir...

What type of wave is sound? a. Mechanical, transverse b. Mechanical, longitudinal c. Transverse, longitudinal d. Lateral wave CORRECT ANSWER b. sound is a mechanical longitudinal wave The frequency ranges for ultrasound are: a. < 20 Hz b. 20 to 20,000 Hz c. > 20 kHz d. > 2000 HZ ...

Which of the following is an accumulation of fluid between the testicle and the tunica vaginalis? CORRECT ANSWER Hydrocele There are many different causes of lumps or swelling of the testicles. A hydrocele is an accumulation of fluid between the testicle and the tunica vaginalis. All but which...

neuroblastoma is a malignant pediatric tumor found where? CORRECT ANSWER adrenal gland what substance is produced by a cancerous tumor, organ or structure in response to cancer? CORRECT ANSWER tumor marker another name for morrison's pouch? CORRECT ANSWER Posterior right subhepatic space H...

What might be going on if during an ultrasound you see free fluid and a pseudo gestational sac? CORRECT ANSWER Ectopic pregnancy A varicocele is most common after which of the following? CORRECT ANSWER Vasectomy There are many different causes to testicular lumps and swellings. A varicocele is...

which term represents the degree of echo amplification or brightness of an ultrasound image? a. zoom b. gain c. scatter d. absorption CORRECT ANSWER b. gain what type of image does linear array offer in real-time imaging? a. trapezoidal image b. pie-shaped image c. large-field image d...

Who is recommended to have a breast sonogram instead of X-rays? CORRECT ANSWER Patients who cannot be exposed to radiation A breast sonogram is used to acquire images of one or both of the breasts. Sound waves are used in breast sonography. There are many reasons to have one performed including: ...

collection of abdominal fluid within the peritoneal cavity CORRECT ANSWER Ascites cells in the adrenal medulla that secrete epinephrine and norepinephrine CORRECT ANSWER Chromaffin Cells means of looking inside of the human body by utilizing an endoscope CORRECT ANSWER endoscopy A collectio...

which of the following fibroids locations would most likely result in abnormal uterine bleeding because of its relationship to the endometrium? a. submucosal b. intramural c. subserosal d. sbserosal pedunculate CORRECT ANSWER a. submucosal all of the following are sonographic findings consist...

Propagation speed is what in body CORRECT ANSWER 1.54mm/ms or 1540m/s Name acoustic variables CORRECT ANSWER pressure, density and particle motion What is the relationship between speed, stiffness, and density? CORRECT ANSWER speed and stiffness do the same thing speed and density do differen...

The gonadal arteries arise from the: a) renal arteries b) abdominal arteries c) lumbar arteries d) internal iliac arteries CORRECT ANSWER abdominal arteries Which of the following arteries gives rise to the gastropiploic artery? a) gastric artery b) splenic artery c) gastroduodenal arter...

Which of the following aortic arch variations has the highest incidence of occurrence? a.) coarctation b.)duplicated arch c.) common origin innominate and left common carotid arteries d.) left vertebral arising from the aorta CORRECT ANSWER c.) common origin innominate and left common carotid a...

For the cervicothoracic region lateral projection (swimmer's technique), the recommended position of the humeral head closest to the IR is move CORRECT ANSWER anteriorly What two bones are united to form the sternoclavicular joint? CORRECT ANSWER . Clavicle and sternum A radiographic contra...

Units of radiation absorbed in the air? CORRECT ANSWER Gya The change in the x-ray beam as it travels through a patient? CORRECT ANSWER attenuation photon tissue interaction that makes radiology possible because of it's creation of contrast? CORRECT ANSWER photoelectric interaction (fully abs...

What type of device is the mA selector? CORRECT ANSWER Rheostat The angle of the anode in the region of the target has a variation of ________ ° to ________ °. CORRECT ANSWER 7; 20 Exposure of an embryo or fetus to radiation from ________________ can result in congenital abnormalities. CORR...

Routes of entry of toxic chemicals may include: a. Swallowing b. Inhalation c. Absorption through skin or mucous membranes d. Inhalation, swallowing, or absorption through skin or mucous membranes CORRECT ANSWER D Written instructions for handling of biohazardous materials, safe use of the ...

When performing the lateral humerus with the mediolateral projection, which of the following does not apply? 1. position patient with back toward IR 2. oblique the patient 20 to 30 degree, to bring the humerus in contact with IR 3. center the CR midpoint of humerus 4. flex elbow to position epic...

digital subtraction angiography acquires exposures at frame rates up to: a. 10 f/s b. 20 f/s c. 30 f/s d. 40 f/s CORRECT ANSWER c. 30 f/s compared to conventional DSA, 3-D DSA is: a. faster and requires a higher volume of contrast b. faster and requires a lower volume of contrast c. sl...

What is angiography? A. radiographic exam of veins B. radiographic exam of arteries C. radiographic exam of vessels D. the study of vascular flow patterns CORRECT ANSWER Answer : C What term describes a guide wire in which position of the inside portion can be varied? A. J guide wire B. st...

Requirement for Observing Wound-Skin Precaution on an Undressing Patient CORRECT ANSWER Gowns, gloves, mask, handwashing Gross Negligence CORRECT ANSWER sonographer's actions deviating so sharply from standards of professional conduct that it respresents willful disregard for duty to the pat...

beneficence CORRECT ANSWER our actions always should benefit the patient maleficence CORRECT ANSWER a practice which opposes the welfare of any research participant the rad is the unit of ___ CORRECT ANSWER radiation dose RAD acronym CORRECT ANSWER radiation absorbed dose expresses radiati...

unit of effective dose? CORRECT ANSWER sievert increased dose equals increased probability of effects best describes? CORRECT ANSWER stochastic cumulative occupational exposure for a 22 year old radiographer is CORRECT ANSWER 220 msv secondary protective barrier used in room shielding must ...

The tabletop exposure rate during fluoroscopy shall not exceed CORRECT ANSWER 21 mGy/min @ 80 kVp The monthly gestational dose-equivalent for fetus of a pregnant radiographer is: CORRECT ANSWER 0.5 mSv Stochastic/probabilistic effects of radiation are those that: CORRECT ANSWER May be describe...

Roentgen discovered x-rays while working with a _____ tube? CORRECT ANSWER Crookes An "electron cloud" surrounding the filament of the cathode is referred to as a CORRECT ANSWER Space charge Free electrons of X-ray production come from the CORRECT ANSWER Filament The creation of the space...

Common vehicle transmission involves: CORRECT ANSWER Food, water, medications, equipment When AEC is used, increasing the kVp will: CORRECT ANSWER Have no effect on density Contamination of developer by fixer will cause: CORRECT ANSWER Increased fog on the radiograph What is a defect in the...

How will the patient be positioned for a voiding cystourethrogram? A. The patient will sit upright B. The patient will stand C. The patient will lie on his stomach D. The patient will lie on his back CORRECT ANSWER D. The patient will lie on his back The area of the heart that receives bloo...

All of the following EXCEPT ___ will result in an increase in AEC response time. a. decreasing the kVp b. Increasing the focal spot size c. increasing the part thickness d. increasing the SID CORRECT ANSWER b. increasing the focal spot size Increasing the focal spot size does not change the ...

If a brain exam is being performed and the request is made to rule out acoustic neuroma, a protocol with thin cuts through the _________ should be performed. CORRECT ANSWER Inner auditory canals The _____________ imaging plane would be the most optimal slice orientation for evaluation of Arnold C...

When imaging a geriatric patient, while performing a PCA MRA sequence, what imaging parameter might the operator adjust? A. Field of view B. Presaturation band location C. Slice thickness D. VENC E. Contrast injection rate CORRECT ANSWER VENC As the number of phase encodings is increase...

An RF pulse of what flip angle will maximize the component of the net magnetization projected into the transverse plane? a. 180 b. 120 c. 90 d. 45 CORRECT ANSWER c. T1 relaxation refers to ____ relaxation. a. spin-spin b. longitudinal c. phase d. transverse CORRECT ANSWER b. Which ...