LLRT COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS AND VERIFID
ANSWERS 2024 UPDATE GRADE A+
Which commercial immobilization device for pediatric patients allows PA, AP, right and left laterals,
and all four oblique positions to be performed without readjusting the restraints?
octostop
Which of the following is true regarding pediatric anatomy?
the pediatric skeleton is easier to penetrate than the adult skeleton
The "baby fat" that develops in the first 4 months of life begins to disappear at the age of:
3-4 years
Of the following possibilities, the most important consideration in formulating exposure factors for
pediatric techniques should be:
short exposure time
Why is gonadal shielding particularly important in pediatric radiography?
Immature reproductive cells are more vulnerable to radiation injury
Which of the following strategies is usually helpful in dealing with patients who have impaired
hearing?
1. Put your mouth close to the person's ear and shout
2. Avoid noisy background situations
3. Have their attention before you begin to speak
2 and 3 only
The term geriatrics refers to the specialized care of
the elderly
What is the meaning of the term pediatrics?
Specialized in the care of children
A valid choice is one in which both alternatives are
acceptable to you
When an 8 year old child cries and behaves more like a toddler, what is an appropriate response on
your part?
offer valid choices
An exaggerates sense of modesty is most typical of which population group?
, young teens
Mental impairment from Alzheimer disease, stroke, or other organize brain syndrome can result in
loss of which of the following?
1. orientation
2. memory
3. intellect
1, 2, and 3
As the skeleton ages, the bones tend to lose their calcium content, becoming proud and more
radiolucent. what is this condition called:
osteoporosis
What patient population is usually affected by osteoporosis?
the elderly
Which of the following may aid in obtaining quality radiographs of an elderly patient with Parkinson
disease?
1. Avoid noisy background situations
2. Use high mA with short exposure times
3. Radiograph patient in recumbent position, when possible
2 and 3
What is the proper medical term for bedsores?
`decubitus ulcers
What is the cause of decubitus ulcers?
Pressure exerted on a bony prominence that deprives the area of circulation
What projection and anatomy of interest are demonstrated in Figure 19-3?
PA projection of the hand
The needle enters the skin at an angle of 45 degrees when making an injection by which route?
subcutaneous route
temperature readings are highest when taken with which of the following methods?
rectal method
when family members make angry and persistent demands on the staff, this is most likely the result of
fear over the condition of their realtive
The greatest risk of serious infection transmission to health care workers from patients is:
hepatitis B
ANSWERS 2024 UPDATE GRADE A+
Which commercial immobilization device for pediatric patients allows PA, AP, right and left laterals,
and all four oblique positions to be performed without readjusting the restraints?
octostop
Which of the following is true regarding pediatric anatomy?
the pediatric skeleton is easier to penetrate than the adult skeleton
The "baby fat" that develops in the first 4 months of life begins to disappear at the age of:
3-4 years
Of the following possibilities, the most important consideration in formulating exposure factors for
pediatric techniques should be:
short exposure time
Why is gonadal shielding particularly important in pediatric radiography?
Immature reproductive cells are more vulnerable to radiation injury
Which of the following strategies is usually helpful in dealing with patients who have impaired
hearing?
1. Put your mouth close to the person's ear and shout
2. Avoid noisy background situations
3. Have their attention before you begin to speak
2 and 3 only
The term geriatrics refers to the specialized care of
the elderly
What is the meaning of the term pediatrics?
Specialized in the care of children
A valid choice is one in which both alternatives are
acceptable to you
When an 8 year old child cries and behaves more like a toddler, what is an appropriate response on
your part?
offer valid choices
An exaggerates sense of modesty is most typical of which population group?
, young teens
Mental impairment from Alzheimer disease, stroke, or other organize brain syndrome can result in
loss of which of the following?
1. orientation
2. memory
3. intellect
1, 2, and 3
As the skeleton ages, the bones tend to lose their calcium content, becoming proud and more
radiolucent. what is this condition called:
osteoporosis
What patient population is usually affected by osteoporosis?
the elderly
Which of the following may aid in obtaining quality radiographs of an elderly patient with Parkinson
disease?
1. Avoid noisy background situations
2. Use high mA with short exposure times
3. Radiograph patient in recumbent position, when possible
2 and 3
What is the proper medical term for bedsores?
`decubitus ulcers
What is the cause of decubitus ulcers?
Pressure exerted on a bony prominence that deprives the area of circulation
What projection and anatomy of interest are demonstrated in Figure 19-3?
PA projection of the hand
The needle enters the skin at an angle of 45 degrees when making an injection by which route?
subcutaneous route
temperature readings are highest when taken with which of the following methods?
rectal method
when family members make angry and persistent demands on the staff, this is most likely the result of
fear over the condition of their realtive
The greatest risk of serious infection transmission to health care workers from patients is:
hepatitis B
