RAD1125 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS |Verified 100% Correct |UPDATED
A radiographer looking to relocate to another state for similar employment is
advised to check into that state's
requirements to ensure qualified employability. - ANSWER -licensure
Often times, radiography students discuss their education as it relates to "taking
the Registry". In actuality, the registry is - ANSWER -a listing of individuals who
hold certification by a particular certifying agency
Accredited programs in radiologic technology are recognized by the Joint Review
Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (RCERT). Programs seeking
this programmatic recognition necessarily must comply with the JRCERT -
ANSWER -Essentials and Guidelines
The professional organization responsible for publishing the "gray journal" is the -
ANSWER -Radiological Society of the America (RSNA).
The organization that sponsors an international meeting in Chicago each year in
late November is the - ANSWER -Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
All of the following are true of the American Healthcare Radiology
Administrators (AHRA) organization except - ANSWER -they have reciprocity
with the ARRT to certify radiographers
When you consider the many organizations that make up the medical imaging
profession, it is accurate to conclude that - ANSWER -the collective group of
agencies are responsible for the accreditation, certification, and representation of
the medical imaging profession.
As a student radiographer, you have been assigned to work with a classmate as
part of a group project. Your assignment is to produce an X-ray image of a
nonroutine projection of the skull and to record the exposure conditions. To do
this, you would - ANSWER -use a skull phantom in a laboratory setting and
record the actual exposure factors.
, Critical thinking is an essential part of the radiologic sciences profession. This
requires the professional radiographer use broad intellectual skills and experiences
when making the correct choice for any given situation. This is true because -
ANSWER -many decisions are difficult and complex.
working with each patient is a unique experience.
no two procedures or treatments are the same.
All of the following choices would generally require critical analysis thinking
except - ANSWER -selecting surgical attire for a demanding case in surgery.
As you perform an AP pelvis exam on young female patient, she asks you to make
sure you shield her ovaries with lead. In this situation you would - ANSWER -
explain that shielding standards have changed based upon new research and
practice standards.
While working as a radiographer, you design a unique receptor holder to use
during portable procedures that clearly reduces the exposure of others, by lessening
the need to hold patients or image receptors. The development of this imaging
device shows that you are functioning at what level of learning? - ANSWER -
synthesis
In your experiences as a student radiographer, you will encounter a variety of
technologists, each with his or her own methods for performing procedures, Most
will be quite good, but unfortunately some will be poor.
As a student, you have a responsibility to recognize these various behaviors and
assess their professional correctness. A firm reference point for determining the
appropriate behavior for technologist behavior would be - ANSWER -referencing
the ASRT Practice Standards and ARRT Code of Ethics.
Critical thinking skills are necessary for the competent medical Imaging
professional. Various organizations within the radiologic sciences provide
guidance and documentation of these traits. As an example, the American Society
of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) publishes
that help define specific
professional expectations and responsibilities. - ANSWER -practice standards
When you write a lengthy essay on your feelings about radiation protection, you
are analyzing your - ANSWER -values that are learned or instilled as a part of
your affective education.
, Exposure factor selection for optimum image quality is one of the most
challenging aspects of radiography. In your attempt to produce an image of a
patient's hip in the AP projection, you become frustrated with the image you have
created as it is sub-optimal in image quality. When you show the image to the
supervisor, he abruptly states that you need to repeat the image and this time "get it
right." As you begin to repeat the image, your first critical analysis thought should
be to - ANSWER -clearly identify the problem that led to the suboptimal image
SBAR is an effective strategy that deals with the completeness and continuity of
patient care during - ANSWER -patient handoffs between caregivers.
The successful application and demonstration of knowledge learned from prior
experiences is called - ANSWER -transfer of learning
Student learning that occurs in a classroom or online setting is referred to as -
ANSWER -didactic learning
The professional organization that is responsible for the development and
publication of minimum educational guidelines, outlining entry-level knowledge
and skill levels is the - ANSWER -American Society of Radiologic Technologists
(ASRT)
Clear wording of an observable behaviors demonstrated by a student, that can be
measured and with the conditions of acceptable performance outlined, are referred
to as - ANSWER -objectives
At a specific time in the student-patient interaction, the student may be permitted
to position a patient and provide for their general care in order to perform the
procedure. At this specific point in the student's clinical experience, they are
considered to be - ANSWER -performing at the assistance level of clinical
progression.
When a patient hand-off occurs, the principle of __________ is recommended. -
ANSWER -SBAR
Oftentimes in your clinical experiences, you encounter students from other
medical specialties such as nursing, respiratory therapy or physical therapy. This
can be particularly true when performing simulation exercises across specialties.
This type of learning is called - ANSWER -interprofessional education (IPE)
, Effective MRI screening is an essential feature of all MRI services. Zone IV in an
MRI department is considered - ANSWER -the area of highest magnetic field
strength
As a student radiographer, you have received a requisition to perform a procedure
that requires indirect supervision. In completing the examination, you mistakenly
mislabel the image with regard to laterality of the patient. Department policy
requires a repeat image. In doing so, you must be aware that - ANSWER -a
qualified practitioner must review your repeat procedures and directly supervise
your work.
A radiography program's effectiveness is measured through a variety of
benchmarks. One of these deals
specifically with - ANSWER -learning outcomes
As students gain competency in medical imaging procedures, three phases in the
clinical setting are planned by clinical faculty. These three phases in the correct
learning sequence are - ANSWER -observation, assistance, performance
Among its many virtues, digital medical imaging has permitted the networking
and computer storage of thousands of images. The transmission, display, and
storage of these images are accomplished through what type of technology? -
ANSWER -PACS
The federal agency that regulates the use of ionizing radiation including medical
and nuclear applications is the - ANSWER -Nuclear Regulatory Commission
(NRC)
All of the following are true of the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA)
except - ANSWER -accreditation of mammography services through the ASRT is
integral to MQSA compliance.
Medical imaging professionals must be aware that their actions, comments, and
appearance contribute to the image of their employer and of the profession.
Positive interactions with patients and their family members establish goodwill on
behalf of the organization. Which of the following is the best single choice that
illustrates desirable goodwill efforts enhancing public image? - ANSWER -
Wearing attire that is consistent with the dress code and presenting an upbeat
attitude
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A radiographer looking to relocate to another state for similar employment is
advised to check into that state's
requirements to ensure qualified employability. - ANSWER -licensure
Often times, radiography students discuss their education as it relates to "taking
the Registry". In actuality, the registry is - ANSWER -a listing of individuals who
hold certification by a particular certifying agency
Accredited programs in radiologic technology are recognized by the Joint Review
Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (RCERT). Programs seeking
this programmatic recognition necessarily must comply with the JRCERT -
ANSWER -Essentials and Guidelines
The professional organization responsible for publishing the "gray journal" is the -
ANSWER -Radiological Society of the America (RSNA).
The organization that sponsors an international meeting in Chicago each year in
late November is the - ANSWER -Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
All of the following are true of the American Healthcare Radiology
Administrators (AHRA) organization except - ANSWER -they have reciprocity
with the ARRT to certify radiographers
When you consider the many organizations that make up the medical imaging
profession, it is accurate to conclude that - ANSWER -the collective group of
agencies are responsible for the accreditation, certification, and representation of
the medical imaging profession.
As a student radiographer, you have been assigned to work with a classmate as
part of a group project. Your assignment is to produce an X-ray image of a
nonroutine projection of the skull and to record the exposure conditions. To do
this, you would - ANSWER -use a skull phantom in a laboratory setting and
record the actual exposure factors.
, Critical thinking is an essential part of the radiologic sciences profession. This
requires the professional radiographer use broad intellectual skills and experiences
when making the correct choice for any given situation. This is true because -
ANSWER -many decisions are difficult and complex.
working with each patient is a unique experience.
no two procedures or treatments are the same.
All of the following choices would generally require critical analysis thinking
except - ANSWER -selecting surgical attire for a demanding case in surgery.
As you perform an AP pelvis exam on young female patient, she asks you to make
sure you shield her ovaries with lead. In this situation you would - ANSWER -
explain that shielding standards have changed based upon new research and
practice standards.
While working as a radiographer, you design a unique receptor holder to use
during portable procedures that clearly reduces the exposure of others, by lessening
the need to hold patients or image receptors. The development of this imaging
device shows that you are functioning at what level of learning? - ANSWER -
synthesis
In your experiences as a student radiographer, you will encounter a variety of
technologists, each with his or her own methods for performing procedures, Most
will be quite good, but unfortunately some will be poor.
As a student, you have a responsibility to recognize these various behaviors and
assess their professional correctness. A firm reference point for determining the
appropriate behavior for technologist behavior would be - ANSWER -referencing
the ASRT Practice Standards and ARRT Code of Ethics.
Critical thinking skills are necessary for the competent medical Imaging
professional. Various organizations within the radiologic sciences provide
guidance and documentation of these traits. As an example, the American Society
of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) publishes
that help define specific
professional expectations and responsibilities. - ANSWER -practice standards
When you write a lengthy essay on your feelings about radiation protection, you
are analyzing your - ANSWER -values that are learned or instilled as a part of
your affective education.
, Exposure factor selection for optimum image quality is one of the most
challenging aspects of radiography. In your attempt to produce an image of a
patient's hip in the AP projection, you become frustrated with the image you have
created as it is sub-optimal in image quality. When you show the image to the
supervisor, he abruptly states that you need to repeat the image and this time "get it
right." As you begin to repeat the image, your first critical analysis thought should
be to - ANSWER -clearly identify the problem that led to the suboptimal image
SBAR is an effective strategy that deals with the completeness and continuity of
patient care during - ANSWER -patient handoffs between caregivers.
The successful application and demonstration of knowledge learned from prior
experiences is called - ANSWER -transfer of learning
Student learning that occurs in a classroom or online setting is referred to as -
ANSWER -didactic learning
The professional organization that is responsible for the development and
publication of minimum educational guidelines, outlining entry-level knowledge
and skill levels is the - ANSWER -American Society of Radiologic Technologists
(ASRT)
Clear wording of an observable behaviors demonstrated by a student, that can be
measured and with the conditions of acceptable performance outlined, are referred
to as - ANSWER -objectives
At a specific time in the student-patient interaction, the student may be permitted
to position a patient and provide for their general care in order to perform the
procedure. At this specific point in the student's clinical experience, they are
considered to be - ANSWER -performing at the assistance level of clinical
progression.
When a patient hand-off occurs, the principle of __________ is recommended. -
ANSWER -SBAR
Oftentimes in your clinical experiences, you encounter students from other
medical specialties such as nursing, respiratory therapy or physical therapy. This
can be particularly true when performing simulation exercises across specialties.
This type of learning is called - ANSWER -interprofessional education (IPE)
, Effective MRI screening is an essential feature of all MRI services. Zone IV in an
MRI department is considered - ANSWER -the area of highest magnetic field
strength
As a student radiographer, you have received a requisition to perform a procedure
that requires indirect supervision. In completing the examination, you mistakenly
mislabel the image with regard to laterality of the patient. Department policy
requires a repeat image. In doing so, you must be aware that - ANSWER -a
qualified practitioner must review your repeat procedures and directly supervise
your work.
A radiography program's effectiveness is measured through a variety of
benchmarks. One of these deals
specifically with - ANSWER -learning outcomes
As students gain competency in medical imaging procedures, three phases in the
clinical setting are planned by clinical faculty. These three phases in the correct
learning sequence are - ANSWER -observation, assistance, performance
Among its many virtues, digital medical imaging has permitted the networking
and computer storage of thousands of images. The transmission, display, and
storage of these images are accomplished through what type of technology? -
ANSWER -PACS
The federal agency that regulates the use of ionizing radiation including medical
and nuclear applications is the - ANSWER -Nuclear Regulatory Commission
(NRC)
All of the following are true of the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA)
except - ANSWER -accreditation of mammography services through the ASRT is
integral to MQSA compliance.
Medical imaging professionals must be aware that their actions, comments, and
appearance contribute to the image of their employer and of the profession.
Positive interactions with patients and their family members establish goodwill on
behalf of the organization. Which of the following is the best single choice that
illustrates desirable goodwill efforts enhancing public image? - ANSWER -
Wearing attire that is consistent with the dress code and presenting an upbeat
attitude
