HESI Radiologic Sciences Final Exam Review (2024 Edition)
95 Verified Questions with Detailed Rationales | A+ Certified
Description:
Prepare confidently for your HESI Radiologic Sciences exam with this expertly curated and up-
to-date 2024 edition review guide. Featuring 95 comprehensive multiple-choice questions, this
resource covers essential topics across:
Radiographic Procedures (Skull, Spine, Thorax, Abdomen, Extremities)
Cross-Sectional Imaging (CT & MRI Principles)
Sonography and Doppler Techniques
Nuclear Medicine and PET Imaging
Radiation Safety & Oncology
Pathology, Anatomy, and Positioning Techniques
Mammography and Bone Densitometry
Each question includes a verified correct answer with a concise rationale to reinforce
understanding and improve retention. Already graded A+, this guide is ideal for radiologic
technology students, HESI exam candidates, and health science educators seeking high-quality
exam prep materials.
,1.
The AP axial projection of the sacrum requires tube angulation in the cephalad direction of how
many degrees?
a)
20°
b)
15°
c)
10°
d)
25°
2.
Projections that are generally included in an acute abdomen survey include which of the
following?
a)
Ventral decubitus abdomen
b)
Erect or lateral decubitus abdomen
c)
,PA chest
d)
AP supine abdomen
e)
Dorsal decubitus abdomen
3.
Where should the petrous pyramids be projected in the PA axial projection (Caldwell method) of
the skull using a 15° caudal tube angle?
a)
Below the maxillary sinuses.
b)
In the lower one third of the orbits.
c)
Filling the orbits.
d)
In the upper two-third of the orbits.
4.
Which of the following projections of the elbow will show the radial head, neck, and tuberosity
free of superimposition by the ulna?
, a)
AP lateral oblique (external rotation)
b)
Acute flexion projection
c)
Lateral projection (lateromedial)
d)
AP medial oblique (internal rotation)
5.
The intervertebral foramina are best demonstrated in which projections of the spine?
a)
Lateral thoracic spine
b)
Lateral lumbar spine
c)
Lateral sacrum/coccyx
d)
95 Verified Questions with Detailed Rationales | A+ Certified
Description:
Prepare confidently for your HESI Radiologic Sciences exam with this expertly curated and up-
to-date 2024 edition review guide. Featuring 95 comprehensive multiple-choice questions, this
resource covers essential topics across:
Radiographic Procedures (Skull, Spine, Thorax, Abdomen, Extremities)
Cross-Sectional Imaging (CT & MRI Principles)
Sonography and Doppler Techniques
Nuclear Medicine and PET Imaging
Radiation Safety & Oncology
Pathology, Anatomy, and Positioning Techniques
Mammography and Bone Densitometry
Each question includes a verified correct answer with a concise rationale to reinforce
understanding and improve retention. Already graded A+, this guide is ideal for radiologic
technology students, HESI exam candidates, and health science educators seeking high-quality
exam prep materials.
,1.
The AP axial projection of the sacrum requires tube angulation in the cephalad direction of how
many degrees?
a)
20°
b)
15°
c)
10°
d)
25°
2.
Projections that are generally included in an acute abdomen survey include which of the
following?
a)
Ventral decubitus abdomen
b)
Erect or lateral decubitus abdomen
c)
,PA chest
d)
AP supine abdomen
e)
Dorsal decubitus abdomen
3.
Where should the petrous pyramids be projected in the PA axial projection (Caldwell method) of
the skull using a 15° caudal tube angle?
a)
Below the maxillary sinuses.
b)
In the lower one third of the orbits.
c)
Filling the orbits.
d)
In the upper two-third of the orbits.
4.
Which of the following projections of the elbow will show the radial head, neck, and tuberosity
free of superimposition by the ulna?
, a)
AP lateral oblique (external rotation)
b)
Acute flexion projection
c)
Lateral projection (lateromedial)
d)
AP medial oblique (internal rotation)
5.
The intervertebral foramina are best demonstrated in which projections of the spine?
a)
Lateral thoracic spine
b)
Lateral lumbar spine
c)
Lateral sacrum/coccyx
d)
