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RT 224 Prelims
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1. Describe the role of saliva in the digestive process as produced by the salivary
glands.
Saliva primarily serves to detoxify the blood and regulate body temperature.
Saliva aids in digestion by breaking down food, lubricating it for easier swallowing,
and maintaining oral hygiene.
Saliva is responsible for producing hormones that control appetite.
Saliva acts as a barrier to prevent infections in the digestive tract.
2. Describe the role of sialography in diagnosing salivary duct conditions.
Sialography is used to assess the function of the salivary glands without
imaging. Sialography is primarily used for examining the thyroid gland.
Sialography helps in diagnosing obstructions or tumors in the salivary ducts by
providing detailed images.
Sialography is a technique for measuring saliva production.
3. What is the primary type of contrast media used in
sialography? Gadolinium-based contrast agents
Water-soluble iodinated media
Barium sulfate
Air contrast media
4. What is the primary reason for ensuring proper patient positioning
during radiographic examinations?
To reduce the need for follow-up examinations.
To increase the speed of the examination process.
To ensure accurate imaging and to minimize discomfort during the
examination. To allow for the use of more contrast media.
5. Which of the following is a common indication for performing sialography?
Asthma
Hypertension
Calculus
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RT 224 Prelims
Example questions
1. Describe the role of saliva in the digestive process as produced by the salivary
glands.
Saliva primarily serves to detoxify the blood and regulate body temperature.
Saliva aids in digestion by breaking down food, lubricating it for easier swallowing,
and maintaining oral hygiene.
Saliva is responsible for producing hormones that control appetite.
Saliva acts as a barrier to prevent infections in the digestive tract.
2. Describe the role of sialography in diagnosing salivary duct conditions.
Sialography is used to assess the function of the salivary glands without
imaging. Sialography is primarily used for examining the thyroid gland.
Sialography helps in diagnosing obstructions or tumors in the salivary ducts by
providing detailed images.
Sialography is a technique for measuring saliva production.
3. What is the primary type of contrast media used in
sialography? Gadolinium-based contrast agents
Water-soluble iodinated media
Barium sulfate
Air contrast media
4. What is the primary reason for ensuring proper patient positioning
during radiographic examinations?
To reduce the need for follow-up examinations.
To increase the speed of the examination process.
To ensure accurate imaging and to minimize discomfort during the
examination. To allow for the use of more contrast media.
5. Which of the following is a common indication for performing sialography?
Asthma
Hypertension
Calculus
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3
