HESI Radiography Exam Newest 2026 Questions
and Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
Cephalic Angulation - CORRECT ANSWER-X-ray beam angled toward the head.
Hyposthenic - CORRECT ANSWER-Body type between sthenic and asthenic.
Asthenic - CORRECT ANSWER-Body type characterized by slender build.
Hypersthenic - CORRECT ANSWER-Body type with broad and stocky build.
Anteroposterior (AP) Knee Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee image taken
with patient facing the X-ray tube.
Holmblad Method - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee imaging technique minimizing
distortion.
Camp Coventry Method - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee imaging technique with
potential distortion.
,Contrast-Filled Urinary Bladder - CORRECT ANSWER-Bladder imaged with
contrast for clarity.
Petrous Pyramids Angle - CORRECT ANSWER-Angle between petrous pyramids
and MSP.
Sinus Tarsi - CORRECT ANSWER-Anatomical space in the foot's lateral aspect.
30 Degree Medial Oblique Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-Foot position to
visualize the tarsal sinus.
Nonfunctional Examination - CORRECT ANSWER-Assessment method not
measuring organ function.
Retrograde Urogram - CORRECT ANSWER-Imaging technique for urinary
system assessment.
Phleboliths - CORRECT ANSWER-Small calcifications typically found in veins.
Cholecystectomy History - CORRECT ANSWER-Surgical removal of the
gallbladder indicated.
,Right Cardiophrenic Angle - CORRECT ANSWER-Area assessed for post-
cholecystectomy changes.
Anteroposterior Oblique Mortise Joint Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-
Visualizes distal fibula without talar overlap.
Tangential Inferosuperior Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-X-ray technique for
zygomatic arch fractures.
Pars Interarticularis - CORRECT ANSWER-Part of the vertebra forming the
'Scotty dog'.
Saddle Joint - CORRECT ANSWER-Joint type allowing movement in two planes.
Trapezium and First Metacarpal - CORRECT ANSWER-Bones forming the only
saddle joint.
Sthenic Body Habitus - CORRECT ANSWER-Common body type requiring
special positioning.
, Anteroposterior (AP) Projection of Lower Leg - CORRECT ANSWER-Lower leg
image taken with patient facing X-ray tube.
Patellar Apex - CORRECT ANSWER-Lowest point of the kneecap.
Central Ray for AP Lower Leg - CORRECT ANSWER-Directed at mid-lower leg
for proper imaging.
Axial (Towne Method) Skull Image - CORRECT ANSWER-Skull image taken with
specific angling of CR.
Reference Line for Skull Imaging - CORRECT ANSWER-Line used to align skull
for accurate imaging.
Oblique Knee Projections - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee images taken at 20-
degree angles.
Axiolateral oblique mandible - CORRECT ANSWER-Projection for viewing the
mandible's ramus.
and Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
Cephalic Angulation - CORRECT ANSWER-X-ray beam angled toward the head.
Hyposthenic - CORRECT ANSWER-Body type between sthenic and asthenic.
Asthenic - CORRECT ANSWER-Body type characterized by slender build.
Hypersthenic - CORRECT ANSWER-Body type with broad and stocky build.
Anteroposterior (AP) Knee Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee image taken
with patient facing the X-ray tube.
Holmblad Method - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee imaging technique minimizing
distortion.
Camp Coventry Method - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee imaging technique with
potential distortion.
,Contrast-Filled Urinary Bladder - CORRECT ANSWER-Bladder imaged with
contrast for clarity.
Petrous Pyramids Angle - CORRECT ANSWER-Angle between petrous pyramids
and MSP.
Sinus Tarsi - CORRECT ANSWER-Anatomical space in the foot's lateral aspect.
30 Degree Medial Oblique Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-Foot position to
visualize the tarsal sinus.
Nonfunctional Examination - CORRECT ANSWER-Assessment method not
measuring organ function.
Retrograde Urogram - CORRECT ANSWER-Imaging technique for urinary
system assessment.
Phleboliths - CORRECT ANSWER-Small calcifications typically found in veins.
Cholecystectomy History - CORRECT ANSWER-Surgical removal of the
gallbladder indicated.
,Right Cardiophrenic Angle - CORRECT ANSWER-Area assessed for post-
cholecystectomy changes.
Anteroposterior Oblique Mortise Joint Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-
Visualizes distal fibula without talar overlap.
Tangential Inferosuperior Projection - CORRECT ANSWER-X-ray technique for
zygomatic arch fractures.
Pars Interarticularis - CORRECT ANSWER-Part of the vertebra forming the
'Scotty dog'.
Saddle Joint - CORRECT ANSWER-Joint type allowing movement in two planes.
Trapezium and First Metacarpal - CORRECT ANSWER-Bones forming the only
saddle joint.
Sthenic Body Habitus - CORRECT ANSWER-Common body type requiring
special positioning.
, Anteroposterior (AP) Projection of Lower Leg - CORRECT ANSWER-Lower leg
image taken with patient facing X-ray tube.
Patellar Apex - CORRECT ANSWER-Lowest point of the kneecap.
Central Ray for AP Lower Leg - CORRECT ANSWER-Directed at mid-lower leg
for proper imaging.
Axial (Towne Method) Skull Image - CORRECT ANSWER-Skull image taken with
specific angling of CR.
Reference Line for Skull Imaging - CORRECT ANSWER-Line used to align skull
for accurate imaging.
Oblique Knee Projections - CORRECT ANSWER-Knee images taken at 20-
degree angles.
Axiolateral oblique mandible - CORRECT ANSWER-Projection for viewing the
mandible's ramus.
