When using a C-arm during a hip surgical fixation procedure, what structures should be visualized to determine a starting point and to ensure no hardware enters the joint?

The trauma radiographer must ensure other team members are protected from unnecessary radiation. Which of the following practices will accomplish this? Lead aprons for all personnel that remain in the room during exposures Close collimation Announcement of impending exposure to allow non-essential personnel to exit the room

Which of the following would be considered a trauma radiography guideline? 1. Remove the immobilization devices from the patient. 2. Do not move the patient unless necessary. 3. Obtain a minimum of two radiographs of each body part.

Which position would be used to demonstrate fluid in the right lung of a patient for a mobile study?

Who is responsible for radiation safety in mobile radiography?

Which of the following attire is worn by the radiographer when entering a strict isolation room for a mobile radiography examination? mask gown gloves

For a trauma pelvis exam, the IR can be centered: 1. 2 inches inferior to the ASIS 2. at the ASIS 3. 2 inches superior to the pubic symphysis

Which of the following procedures are appropriate when imaging trauma patients? 1.   Remove immobilization devices that may cause imaging artifacts 2.   Move tube and IR, instead of injured part, when possible 3.   Perform all AP projections, then all lateral projections (or vice versa)

Which athlete would most likely excel in competition in Denver, Colorado (elevation 1,610 m)?

How much is the C-arm angled for the PA projection of the cervical spine in a surgical procedure?