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MULTIPLE CHOICE
The first two-fifths, following the duodenum, are the _________, and the distal three-fifths are the
__________.
jejunum, ileum
What is the name of the orifice (valve) between the distal ileum and the cecum portion of the large
intestine?
ileocecal valve
The proximal portion of the duodenum is called the _________.
Duodenal bulb (cap)
Air seldomly fills the entire stomach or small intestine on an abdominal image of a healthy, ambulatory
adult. True or false?
True
What organ begins in the right lower quadrant at the junction of the small intestine and the ileocecal
valve?
Large intestine
What is the name of the portion of the large intestine below the ileocecal valve?
Cecum (saclike)
What portion of the large intestine comes after the descending colon and is shaped like the letter S?
Sigmoid colon
The appendix (vermiform appendix) is attached to the anteromedial aspect of the cecum. True or false
False
It is attached to the posteromedial aspect of the cecum
Your ANUS is the final 6 inches of the large intestine. True or false.
False.
Your RECTUM is the final 6 inches (15 cm) of the large intestine.
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b.
c.
d.
ANS:
Where does the rectum end?
Your ANUS!
What is the sphincter muscle at the terminal opening of the large intestine called?
Your ANUS!
The shape and location of the large intestine varies greatly, with the transverse colon located high in the
abdomen of wide hypersthenic body types and low in the abdomen of slender hyposthenic and asthenic
body types
True
What quadrant is the spleen in?
Left Upper Quadrant (LUQ)
The relationship of the duodenum and the head of the pancreas sometimes is referred to as "___ _______
__ ___ _______."
The romance of the abdomen
The head of the pancreas is nestled in the C-loop of the duodenum, and the body and tail of the pancreas
extend toward the upper left quadrant of the abdomen. True or False
True
What organ is behind the stomach and between the duodenum and the spleen?
Pancreas
What is excessive fluid in the abdomen called?
Ascites
What does Intraperitoneal air mean?
Air outside the digestive tract
What are the 2 most important muscles in abdominal radiography?
The diaphragm and psoas muscle.
What is the most common image to examine the abdomen radiographically?
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AP supine abdomen (KUB)
Radiographs of the abdomen (KUB) are commonly performed prior to what kind of examination?
Fluoroscopic abdominal examinations
What is the name of the protocol used for acute or emergency conditions of the abdomen regarding
imaging and positioning?
Acute abdominal series
What is an acute abdominal series?
Several (or a series) of abdominal images that are taken in different positions to demonstrate air-fluid
levels, free air, or both within the abdominal cavity.
What positions are most commonly used to complete the "acute abdominal series"?
A supine KUB along with an upright AP or decubitus abdomen and a PA or AP chest are performed to
complete the series.
Which ribs is the right hemi-diaphragm attached to?
It is attached anteriorly to the fifth rib and posteriorly at the level of the tenth rib.
Where are the the psoas muscles located?
Laterally on both sides of the lumbar vertebral column.
Where is the left semi-diaphragm located?
Near the first intercostal space.
When correct exposure factors are used, how should the psoas muscles appear on a diagnostic abdominal
image?
The lateral borders of these two muscles should be faintly visible.
What are the three accessory organs (organs that helps with digestion but are not part of the digestive
tract) of the digestive system that fill much of the abdominal cavity?
Liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
What are the six organs of the digestive system?
1. Oral cavity
2. Pharynx
3. Esophagus
4. Stomach
5. Small intestine
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TEXTBOOK OF RADIOGRAPHIC
POSITIONING AND RELATED ANATOMY
11TH EDITION BY JOHN LAMPIGNANO;
LESLIE E. KENDRICK 9780323749565
CHAPTER 1-20 EXAM 2025 LATEST
NEWEST UPDATE WITH ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED VERIFIED
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Chapter 01: Terminology, Positioning, and Imaging Principles Lampignano: Bontrager’s Textbook of
Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 9th Edition
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MULTIPLE CHOICE
The first two-fifths, following the duodenum, are the _________, and the distal three-fifths are the
__________.
jejunum, ileum
What is the name of the orifice (valve) between the distal ileum and the cecum portion of the large
intestine?
ileocecal valve
The proximal portion of the duodenum is called the _________.
Duodenal bulb (cap)
Air seldomly fills the entire stomach or small intestine on an abdominal image of a healthy, ambulatory
adult. True or false?
True
What organ begins in the right lower quadrant at the junction of the small intestine and the ileocecal
valve?
Large intestine
What is the name of the portion of the large intestine below the ileocecal valve?
Cecum (saclike)
What portion of the large intestine comes after the descending colon and is shaped like the letter S?
Sigmoid colon
The appendix (vermiform appendix) is attached to the anteromedial aspect of the cecum. True or false
False
It is attached to the posteromedial aspect of the cecum
Your ANUS is the final 6 inches of the large intestine. True or false.
False.
Your RECTUM is the final 6 inches (15 cm) of the large intestine.
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b.
c.
d.
ANS:
Where does the rectum end?
Your ANUS!
What is the sphincter muscle at the terminal opening of the large intestine called?
Your ANUS!
The shape and location of the large intestine varies greatly, with the transverse colon located high in the
abdomen of wide hypersthenic body types and low in the abdomen of slender hyposthenic and asthenic
body types
True
What quadrant is the spleen in?
Left Upper Quadrant (LUQ)
The relationship of the duodenum and the head of the pancreas sometimes is referred to as "___ _______
__ ___ _______."
The romance of the abdomen
The head of the pancreas is nestled in the C-loop of the duodenum, and the body and tail of the pancreas
extend toward the upper left quadrant of the abdomen. True or False
True
What organ is behind the stomach and between the duodenum and the spleen?
Pancreas
What is excessive fluid in the abdomen called?
Ascites
What does Intraperitoneal air mean?
Air outside the digestive tract
What are the 2 most important muscles in abdominal radiography?
The diaphragm and psoas muscle.
What is the most common image to examine the abdomen radiographically?
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, Bontrager's Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy 9th Edition Lampignano Test Bank
AP supine abdomen (KUB)
Radiographs of the abdomen (KUB) are commonly performed prior to what kind of examination?
Fluoroscopic abdominal examinations
What is the name of the protocol used for acute or emergency conditions of the abdomen regarding
imaging and positioning?
Acute abdominal series
What is an acute abdominal series?
Several (or a series) of abdominal images that are taken in different positions to demonstrate air-fluid
levels, free air, or both within the abdominal cavity.
What positions are most commonly used to complete the "acute abdominal series"?
A supine KUB along with an upright AP or decubitus abdomen and a PA or AP chest are performed to
complete the series.
Which ribs is the right hemi-diaphragm attached to?
It is attached anteriorly to the fifth rib and posteriorly at the level of the tenth rib.
Where are the the psoas muscles located?
Laterally on both sides of the lumbar vertebral column.
Where is the left semi-diaphragm located?
Near the first intercostal space.
When correct exposure factors are used, how should the psoas muscles appear on a diagnostic abdominal
image?
The lateral borders of these two muscles should be faintly visible.
What are the three accessory organs (organs that helps with digestion but are not part of the digestive
tract) of the digestive system that fill much of the abdominal cavity?
Liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
What are the six organs of the digestive system?
1. Oral cavity
2. Pharynx
3. Esophagus
4. Stomach
5. Small intestine
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