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What is the name of the part labeled i in this figure?

What is the name of the part labeled i in this figure?

Sternoclavicular Joint

The anatomical part of the sternum identified in the figure above is the:

The anatomical part of the sternum identified in the figure above is the:

Manubrium

Please match the letters on this image to the best match from labels given

Please match the letters on this image to the best match from labels given

A- Nasal Bones


B- Lacrimal Bones


C- Zygoma


D- Inferior Nasal Conchae


E- Maxilla


F- Mandible

Please match the letters on this image with the best match from those given

Please match the letters on this image with the best match from those given

A- Frontal Sinuses


B- Maxillary Sinuses


C- Zygoma


D- Petrous Ridge


E- Mandibular ramus


F- Nasal Septum


G- Orbital Floor


H- Sphenoid Sinuses

Please match the letters with the appropriate label. You may use an answer more than once.

Please match the letters with the appropriate label. You may use an answer more than once.

A- Frontal sinuses


B- Ethmoid Sinuses


C- Sphenoid Sinuses


D- Maxillary Sinuses


E- Ethmoid Sinuses


F- Frontal sinuses


G- Maxillary Sinuses


H- Sphenoid Sinuses

Examine the image below. Which ribs are best demonstrated?

Examine the image below. Which ribs are best demonstrated?

axillary portion of right ribs

What breathing instructions are given to the patient prior to making the exposure for this image?

What breathing instructions are given to the patient prior to making the exposure for this image?

Exhale and hold your breath.

The part of the sternum identified on the figure above is the:

The part of the sternum identified on the figure above is the:

Xiphoid

This image demonstrates what projection?

This image demonstrates what projection?

Lateral L5-S1 "spot"

Examine the image below. What anatomy is demonstrated in this AP oblique projection?

Examine the image below. What anatomy is demonstrated in this AP oblique projection?

Left SI Joint

Functions of the Digestive System

-Intake


-Digestion


-Absorption


-Elimination

During the intake of food, what parts of the Alimentary canal does the food pass through?

1. Oral Cavity


2. Pharynx


3. Esophagus


4. Stomach


5. Duodenum


6. Small intestine

A- Upper GI Tract


B- Lower GI Tract


1- Oral Cavity


2- Pharynx


3- Esophagus


4- Stomach


5- Duodenum and Small Intestine


6- Large Intestine


7- Anus

What are the Accessory Organs of the Alimentary Canal?

Salivary Glands


Pancreas


Liver


Gallbladder

The Oral Cavity is responsible for what steps of Mechanical Digestion?

-Mastication(chewing)


-Deglutition(swallowing)

The Pharynx is responsible for what steps of Mechanical Digestion?

Deglutition (swallowing)

The Esophagus is responsible for what steps of Mechanical Digestion and takes about how long?

-Deglutition


-Peristalsis(waves of muscular contractions)


-1 to 8 seconds

The Stomach is responsible for what steps of Mechanical Digestion and takes about how long?

-Mixing


-Peristalsis


these two processes together make Chyme


-2 to 6 hours

The Small Intestine is responsible for what steps of Mechanical Digestion and takes about how long?

-Rhythmicsegmentation (churning)


-Peristalsis


-3 to 5 hours

During Chemical Digestion, Carbohydrates are ingested, digested, and absorbed in the ____________.

Mouth and Stomach

During Chemical Digestion, Proteins are ingested, digested, and absorbed in the ____________.

Stomach and Small Bowel

During Chemical Digestion, Lipids (fats) are ingested, digested, and absorbed in the ____________.

Small Bowel Only

Name 3 substances that are absorbed but NOT digested.

1- Vitamins


2- Minerals


3- Water

Carbohydrates are also known as:

Simple Sugars

Proteins are also known as:

Amino Acids

Lipids (fats) are also known as:

Fatty Acids and Glycerols

Ingestion/Digestion occurs in what parts of the Digestive System?

•Oralcavity


•Pharynx


•Esophagus


•Stomach


•Smallintestine

Absorption occurs in what parts of the Digestive System?

Small Intestine and Stomach

Elimination occurs in what parts of the Digestive System?

Large Intestine

Purpose of esophagography

Study the form and function of the pharynx and the esophagus

Purpose of Upper GI

Study the form and function of the distal esophagus, stomach, and duodenum

Modified Barium Swallow (Modeified BaSw)

Video review by speech pathologist-functional study of oropharynx and swallowing function


-Dysphagia


-Strokepatients


-Aspiration

Name the Accessory Organs in the Mouth (Oral Cavity)

Salivary Glands:


-Parotid


-Submandibular (Submaxillary)


-Sublingual

Name the 3 parts of the Pharynx

Nasopharynx


Oropharynx


Laryngopharynx

Label the parts of the Oral Cavity and Pharynx

Label the parts of the Oral Cavity and Pharynx

A- Nasal Cavity


B- Soft Palate


C- Nasopharynx


D- Orophayrnx


E- Laryngopharynx


F- Esophagus


G- Trachea


H- Larynx


I- Epiglottis


J- Tongue


K- Nasal Cavity


L- Soft Palate


M- Uvula


N- Epiglottis


O- Trachea

Label the parts of the Esophagus and surrounding structures

Label the parts of the Esophagus and surrounding structures

A- Pharynx


B- Cricoid Cartilage of Larynx


C- Trachea


D- Esophagus


E- Sternum and Rib


F- Aorta


G- Heat in Pericardium


H- Diaphragm


I- Esophagus


J- C5-6


K- 25 cm (9 and 3/4 in)


L- T11

What is this an image of?

What is this an image of?

PA Esophagogram with Slight RAO Oblique

Label the anatomy of the Distal Esophagus and Stomach

Label the anatomy of the Distal Esophagus and Stomach

A- Lesser Curvature


B- Pyloric Orifice (Pylorus)


C- Pyloric Canal


D- Pyloric Antrum


E- Pyloric Portion


F- Greater Curvature


G- Body


H- Fundus (Air-Filled)

Label the parts on this Barium-Filled Stomach and Duodenum 

Label the parts on this Barium-Filled Stomach and Duodenum

A- Fundus


B- Esophagus


C- Lesser Curvature


D- Pyloric Antrum (Canal)


E- Duodenal bulb


F- Pyloric Sphincter


G- Descending Duodenum


H- Greater Curvature

In terms of Stomach Orientation, the Fundus is most:

posterior

In terms of Stomach Orientation, the Body is:

anterior/inferior to the Fundus

In terms of Stomach Orientation, the Pylorus is:

posterior/distal to body

Label the parts in terms of Air-Barium Distribution

Label the parts in terms of Air-Barium Distribution

A- Supine


B- Prone


C- Erect


D- Air


E- Barium

What position is this patient in and how do you know?

What position is this patient in and how do you know?

AP Supine


-barium is in the Fundus

What position is this patient in and how do you know?

What position is this patient in and how do you know?

RAO Prone


-air is in the Fundus

Label the parts of the Duodenum

Label the parts of the Duodenum

A- Pylorus of Stomach


B- Duodenal Bulb/Cap


C- First (Superior) Portion


D- Second (Descending) Portion


E- Third (Horizontal) Portion


F- Fourth (Ascending) Portion


G- Duodenojejunal Flexure


H- Jejunum


I- Suspensory Ligament of Duodenum

Label the body habitus

Label the body habitus

A- Hypersthenic (massive)


B- Sthenic (Average)


C- Hyposthenic (Slender)


D- Asthenic (Very Slender)

For a Hypersthenic patient, how is the Stomach positioned? The Duodenal Bulb/GB? The Large Intestine?

-High and transverse


-T11-12


-Widely distributed

For a Sthenic patient, how is the Stomach positioned? The Duodenal Bulb/GB? The Large Intestine?

-J-Shaped


-L1-2


-L Colic Flexure high

For a Hyposthenic/Asthenic patient, how is the Stomach positioned? The Duodenal Bulb/GB? The Large Intestine?

-J-Shaped and low


-L3-4


-Low near pelvis

What kind of body habitus is this and how do you know?

What kind of body habitus is this and how do you know?

Hypersthenic because:


•Duodenal bulb:


– To right of midline


– Level of T11-T12]

What kind of body habitus is this and how do you know?

What kind of body habitus is this and how do you know?

Sthenic because:


•Duodenal bulb:


–Slightly to right of midline


– Levelof L1-L2

What kind of body habitus is this and how do you know?

What kind of body habitus is this and how do you know?

Hyposthenic/Asthenic because:


•Duodenal bulb:


– Atmidline


– Levelof L3-L4

Fluoroscopy

Ability to view and record anatomyin motion (evaluate function and form)


-real time "dynamic" moving image

Barium Sulfate

HIGH ATOMIC NUMBER


-Positive or radiopaque


-Chalk-like substance


-Absorbs more x-rays


-BaSO4

Colloidal Suspension

-Never dissolves in water


-Rate of separation varies by brand


-Contraindications: perforatedviscus or presurgical procedure

HD (Heavy Density) Barium

-Viscous for better coating


-Used for double contrast studies


-Small amount used


-Stomach coated rather than filled


-Usually 90-110 kV due to air contrast

“Thin” GI barium

-Used for esophagrams and single contrast GI


-Used to fill stomach and esophagus


-110 kV range

Water Soluble Barium

-Iodinated


-70-85 kV range


-Used to fill GI tract (to check for perforation/leak)


CANNOT GIVE TO THOSE WITH AN IODINE ALLERGY

For Water-Soluble Iodinated Contrast Media, what are the indications and contraindications?

Indications:


-Perforated viscus


-Presurgicalprocedure


Contraindications:


-Hypersensitivity to iodine

Is this a Single or Double Contrast UGI?

Is this a Single or Double Contrast UGI?

Single- just Barium Sulfate

Is this a Single or Double Contrast UGI?

Is this a Single or Double Contrast UGI?

Double- Barium Sulfate and Carbon Dioxide Gas/Room Air

For an Esophagography,what are the radiographer's responsibilities?

1.Prepare fluoroscopy room.


2.Prepare contrast media.


3.Obtain clinical history.


4.Explain procedure.


5.Introduce and assist thefluoroscopist.


6.Assistthe patient

How do you set up the room before the patient is brought in?

-Setequipment for fluoroscopy


-Buckytray out of fluoro field


-Footboardsecured in place


-Checkfor possible collisions during table tilting and movement (tube, monitors,footstools)


-Table flat or upright at Radiologist preference


-BariumPrepared, with cups, crystals and all supplies ready


-Paddleavailable in Room


-Propershields in place


-Spot/cutfilms ready (non digital)


-Fordigital fluoro, have Pt ID already loaded


-Reviewpatient hx

What are the Clinical Indications for Esophagogram?

-Anatomic anomaliesEsophageal reflux


-Esophageal varices


-Foreign body obstruction


-Impaired swallowing mechanism


-Carcinoma of esophagus

What is Barrett's Esophagus?

a precancerous disease caused by long term exposure to stomach acid exacerbated by tobacco and alcohol use

What Are the Major Causes of Esophageal Varices?

Portohepatic Hypertension

Which Projection is Commonly Taken During Esophagography?

RAO

Name the four ways of diagnosing esophageal reflux

1.Breathing exercises (two types)


2.The water test


3.Compression paddle technique


4.The toe-touch test

Breathing Exercises for diagnosing esophageal reflux

1. Valsalva Maneuver


2. Muelle Maneuver

Valsalva Maneuver

patienttakes in deep breath and holds breath in while bearing down as if trying tomove the bowels

Mueller Maneuver

patient exhales then tries to inhale against closed glottis

Water (Siphon) Test for diagnosing esophageal reflux

-Have the patient drink barium


-Then have patient lay in LPO position and swallow water through a straw


-If patient regurgitates Barium, then they are positive for reflux

Compression Paddle for diagnosing esophageal reflux

-Paddle inflated under stomach withpatient in prone position


-Pressure applied to stomach regionto create reflux

Toe Touch maneuver for diagnosing esophageal reflux

-Have patient drink Barium


-Then have patient bend over to touch toes


-If patient regurgitates Barium, then they are positive for reflux

What are the Upper GI Clinical Indications?

1.Peptic ulcer


2.Hiatal hernia


3.Diverticula


4.Gastritis


5.Tumor


6.Bezoar

What pathology is displayed in this image?

What pathology is displayed in this image?

Diverticulum in duodenum

What pathology is displayed in this image?

What pathology is displayed in this image?

Peptic Ulcer

What pathology is displayed in this image?

What pathology is displayed in this image?

Hiatal Hernia

Upper GI Patient Prep

NPO 8 hours prior to study


No gum chewing


No smoking


Pregnancy?

Esophagogram Projections

Routine


•RAO (35°-40°)


•Lateral


•AP (PA)


Special


•LAO


•Soft tissue lateral

RAOEsophagram

-35°-40° oblique


-CR to T5-T6 (1 inch [2.5 cm]inferior to sternal angle)


-Drink, drink, drink- then expose

Lateral Esophogram: Position of patient and CR placement

-True lateral


-CR to T5-T6

Upper Esophagus: patient position- why do we use this position?

Swimmer’s lateral


(for better visualization ofproximal esophagus)

AP (PA) Esophagogram: patient position and CR position

-AP (PA) projection


-CR to T5-T6

LAO Esophagogram: patient position and CR placement

-35°-40° oblique


-CR to T5-T6

Upper GI Series: routine

-RAO


-PA


-Right lateral


-LPO


-AP

For an Upper GI Series, which projections are done on a 14X17 and which are done on a 10X12?

14X17:


-PA


-AP


10X12:


-RAO


-R Lateral


-LPO

RAO Upper GI: patient position and CR placement

-40°-70° oblique


-CR to L1

PA Upper GI: patient position and CR placement

-No rotation


-CR to L1

Right Lateral Upper GI: patient position and CR placement

-True lateral


-CR to L1

LPO Upper GI: patient position and CR placement

-30°-60° oblique


-CR to L1

AP Upper GI: patient position and CR placement

-No rotation


-CR to L1


-2 inches above KUB placement


-All up to diaphragm

Was this taken in a Prone or Supine position?

Was this taken in a Prone or Supine position?

Prone

Was this taken in a Prone or Supine position?

Was this taken in a Prone or Supine position?

Supine

Based on the position of the Air and Barium, what position is this patient in?

Based on the position of the Air and Barium, what position is this patient in?

Rt Lateral

Based on the position of the Air and Barium, what position is this patient in?

Based on the position of the Air and Barium, what position is this patient in?

LPO

What structure helps to create the C-loop of the duodenum?

Head of Pancreas

If a patient lies supine during an upper GI series, where would most of the barium settle within the stomach?

Fundus

Is this a Single or Double contrast study?

Is this a Single or Double contrast study?

Single

Is this a Single or Double contrast study?

Is this a Single or Double contrast study?

Double

What is the purpose of a Small Bowel series? What does it frequently follow? And what does it require?

-Radiographicexamination of the small intestine


-Upper GI Series


-Oral Contrast Media

What is the purpose of a Barium Enema (BE) of the Lower GI and Colon? And what kind of study is done?

-Radiographicexamination of the large intestine


-Double-contraststudy using air and barium

Label The Parts

Label The Parts

A- Liver


B- R Colic (Hepatic) Flexure


C- Ascending Colon


D- Cecum


E- Appendix


F- Rectum


G- Anus


H- Sigmoid Colon


I- Descending Colon


J- Transverse Colon


K- L Colic (Splenic) Flexure


L- Spleen

Label the parts

Label the parts

A- Transverse Colon


B- R Colic Flexure


C- Ascending Colon


D- Cecum


E- Appendix


F- Rectum


G- Anal Canal


H- L Colic Flexure


I- Descending Colon


J- Sigmoid Colon

What are the 3 differences between the Large and Small Intestine?

•Internaldiameter: Large intestine is larger


•Haustra (taeniacoli)- Found in Large intestine


•Relativelocation-


-Large: peripheral


-Small: central

In regards to the Air-Barium Distribution in the Large Intestine, what position is the patient in in both pictures?

In regards to the Air-Barium Distribution in the Large Intestine, what position is the patient in in both pictures?

A- Supine


B- Prone

Contraindications to BaSO4

-Presurgical patients


-Perforated hollow viscus


-Large intestine obstruction

Contraindications towater-soluble iodinated contrast media

-Young or dehydrated patients


-Sensitivity to iodine

Upper GI/Small Bowel Combination Procedure

•Routineupper GI first (note time of first cup ingestion)


•Ingestsecond cup


•30-minuteinterval radiographs


•1-hourinterval radiographs (if needed)


•Spotileocecal valve (optional)

Small Bowel Only Series Procedure

•Scoutradiograph


•16ounces of BaSO4 (note time)


•15-to 30-minute radiograph (first)


•30-minuteinterval radiographs


•Spotileocecal valve (optional)

PA Projection of Small Bowel

15-to 30-minute radiographs:


•CR 2inches (5 cm) above iliac crest


Hourlyradiographs:


•CR toiliac crest

What are the clinical indications for an Enteroclysis Double-Contrast Small Bowel Series

•Ileus(small bowel obstruction)


•Crohn’sdisease


•Malabsorptionsyndrome

What is the procedure for a Transit time study?

•Patientswallows capsule with radiopaque markers


•DelayedKUB images taken at set intervals


•Sometake 8 and 24 hour then I per day


•Checkprotocol at site


•Notetransit time and pattern of markers


•Simplestudy for suspected rapid or slow transit of GI contents

What is the Routine for a Barium Enema Series?

•PAand/or AP


•RAOand LAO


•LPOand/or RPO


•Lateralrectum


•R andL lat decub(double-contrast)


•PA postevac

For a PA and/or AP projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•Nobody rotation


•CR toiliac crest

For an RAO projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•35°-45°oblique


•CR toiliac crest and 1 inch (2.5 cm) to left of MSP

For an LAO projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•35°-45°oblique


•CR toiliac crest and 1 inch (2.5 cm) to right of MSP

For an LPO/RPO projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•35°-40°R and L oblique


•CR toiliac crest and 1 inch (2.5 cm) lateral to elevated side of MSP

For a Lateral or Ventral Decubitus projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•Truelateral


•CRlevel of ASIS and midaxillaryplane


•Prone


•Horizontalbeam

For a Right Lateral Decubitus Projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•Oncart or table


•CR toiliac crest

For a Left Lateral Decubitus Projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•Oncart or table


•CR toiliac crest and MSP

For aPA (AP) Postevac Projection during a Barium Enema, what is the patient position and where is the CR?

•Oncart or table


•CR toiliac crest

What is a Evacuativeproctogram(defecography)?

Functional study of the anus and rectum during the evacuation and rest phases of defecation

What are the clinical indications for an Evacuative proctogram (defecography)?

1. Rectoceles


2. Rectal intussusception


3. Prolapse of rectum

Label the parts

Label the parts

A- Kidney


B- Ureter


C- Rectum


D- Glands supplying semen


E- Scrotum


F- Testes


G- Penis


H- Vans Deferens


I- Urethra


J- Prostate Gland


K-Urinary Bladder

The kidneys are the ___________

Major calyces unite to form renal pelvis

The Renal pelvis lies within the ______ and is continuous with the ________

Hilum


Ureter

What is the Hilum?

longitudinal slit in medial border for transmission of blood vessels, nerves, lymphatic vessels, and ureter

Label the parts

Label the parts

A- Renal Medulla


B- Renal Papilla


C- Renal Column


D- Renal Sinuses


E- Minor Calyx


F- Fibrous Capsule


G- Cortex


H- Renal Pelvis


I- Major Calyx


J- Ureter

Urinary Bladder

-Musculomembranous sac


-Serves as a reservoir for urine


-Volume from 300-500 ml

Label the parts

Label the parts

A- Kidney


B- Ureter


C- Rectum


D- Vagina


E- Urethra


F- Symphysis Pubis


G- Urinary Bladder


H- Uterus


I- Uterine Tube


J- Ovary

Label the parts

Label the parts

A- Urinary Bladder


B- Symphysis Pubis


C- Urethra


D- Scrotum


E- Testis


F- Prostate Gland


G- Ejaculatory Ducts


H- Seminal Vessicles


I- Rectum


J- Ureter

Urethra

-Conveys urine out of the body


-About 1.5" (3.8 cm) long in females


More prone to cystitis


-About 7" to 8" (17.8 to 20 cm) long in males


Strictures and spasms morecommon

Prostate Gland

-Small glandular body surrounding the proximal part of the maleurethra


-Considered part of the male reproductive system


-When enlarged will raise the floor of the bladder


-Prostatitis, BPH or enlargement due to aging common and can causedifficulty emptying bladder

Contraindications to IVU

1.Hypersensitivity to iodinated contrastmedia


2.Anuria


3.Multiple myeloma


4.Diabetes, especially diabetes mellitus


5.Severe hepatic or renal disease


6.Congestive heart failure


7.Pheochromocytoma (fe-o-kro″-mo-si-to′-mah)


8.Sickle cell anemiaRenal failure, acute or chronic

Venipuncture Procedure

1. Handwashing and gloves


2. Apply tourniquet, select vein and cleanse site


3. Initiate puncture


4. Confirm entry and secure needle


5. Prepare and proceed with injection


6. Needle or catheter removal

Excretory Urography—IVU

Intravenous Urogram (IVU):Radiographic examination of the urinary system

Purpose of IVU

1.Visualize the collecting portion of the urinary system.


2.Assess the functional ability of the kidneys (a timed procedure)

IVU Routine

BasicAP scout


Nephrotomography (1 min following injection)


AP


RPO and LPO Upright (must include bladder!)


AP postvoid (recumbent or erect)

Nephrotomography

-Tomography performed immediately after contrast administration


-Demonstrates renal parenchyma (nephrons and collecting tubes)

Nephrotomography Indications

-Renal hypertension


-Renal cysts and tumors


-Overlying gas and fecal matter

IVU—Posterior Obliques

30 degree LPO or RPO


Centered at Iliac Crest

Retrograde Urography

-Classified as an operative procedure


-Carried out under aseptic conditions


-Requirescatheterization of ureters by urologist


-Contrast injecteddirectly into pelvicaliceal system

Purpose of Retrograde Urography

-Provides improvedopacification of renal collecting system


-Little physiologicinformation provided


-Indicated forevaluation of collecting system in patients with renal insufficiency orcontrast sensitivity

Cystography

-Radiologic examination of the urinary bladder


-Usually performed via retrograde contrast administration


-Technologists may be trained to catheterize patient


May be performed as CystourethrogramØVCUØVCUG (voiding)


-Catheter inserted into the urethra


-Contrast administered through catheter


-Images may be taken as patient voids (VCUG)

Cystography: Indications and Contraindications

-Indicated for


Vesicoureteral reflux


Recurrent lower urinarytract infection


Neurogenic bladder


Bladder trauma


Lower urinary tractfistulae


Urethral stricture


Posterior urethral valves


-Contraindications: If urethral catheterization is contraindicated

Oblique Bladder

Patient position:


40- to 60-degree posterioroblique position


RPO or LPO depends onphysician preference

Mobile X-ray Machines Use two kinds of batteries, what are they?

-battery-operated


-capacitor-discharge

Battery-Operated mobile units use two different sets of batteries, what are they?

-Oneset used to control x-ray power output


-Secondset powers the self-propelled driving capability

Fully charged batteries on a Battery-Operated Mobile can make how many exposures when charged?

10-15

For a Battery-Operated Mobile Unit, what kind of brake does it have and how does it work?

“Deadman” type of brake is standard


-Stopsmachine instantly when push-handle released

Capacitor-Discharge Mobile Units

Capacitor: device that stores electrical energy


-Radiationis generated when electrical discharge sent across x-ray tubeelectrodes from bank of high-voltage capacitors


-Unitmust be plugged into electrical outlet to operate

For Optimum performance, a grid has to be:

-Level


-Centered to CR


-Used at recommended focal distance, or radius

Use of grid on unstable surface may cause absorption of primary beam or:

Grid Cutoff

Technique Charts

-Should be available for everymachine


-Should display standard technicalfactors for all projections performed with the machine


-Caliper should also be availablefor accurate patient measurement

Minimal safe distance for radiation protection is:

6 ft

In regards to radioation protection, the best place to stand is:

behind the machine at greatest possible distance

In regards to radiation safety, if you must remain near patient you should stand:

at right angle to patient and primary beam

__________is single most effective radiation protection measure

Distance

Twotypes of patients in isolation:

-Those who have contagious infectious microorganisms


-Those who must be protected from exposure to infectious microorganisms (reverse isolation)

Clean Tech in normal isolation:

clean tech touchs only IR and positions equipment

Dirty Tech in normal isolation:

dirty tech positions PT

Clean Tech in reverse isolation

clean tech positions PT

Dirty Tech in reverse isolation

dirty tech handles equipment

SerialImages

-Document the technique and position


-Try to duplicate serial projectionsand technique for better comparison


-Be sure time is annotated on image(even if #1)


-Radiologist must be able to compareimages, track and comment upon changes and progress

Patient Considerations

-Assessment of patient condition


-Patient mobility


-Fractures


-Interfering devices


-Positioning and asepsis

Assessment of Patient Condition

Allows necessary adaptation ofprocedure to ensure quality patient care and image


Assess:


Alertness


Respiration


Abilityto cooperate


Limitationsto procedure

Trauma Adaptation Positioning: principle one

two projections, 90° from each other (often with no patient movement)


Requiresadaptation of CR angle and IR placement

Trauma Adaptation Positioning: principle one exceptions

-Barriers to true AP and lateral(splints, traction bars, etc.)


-Exceptions to true CR-part-IRalignment

Trauma Adaptation Positioning: principle two

-Initial long bone studies requirethat both joints be demonstrated for each projection.


-Follow-up studies usually requireonly the joint nearest the injury.

Mobile APChest: patient and part position

Patient position depends on condition


-Ranges from seated upright, tosemiupright, to supine (Label accordingly)


-Should be performed upright or semi upright whenevercondition allows


Partposition


-IR top 2"(5cm) above relaxed shoulders


-No leaning or rotation


-Remember not to angle against gridlines

Mobile AP chest: CR and Resiration

CR


-Perpendicular to long axis ofsternum and IR


-Avoid “lordotic” positioning


-Upright or semiupright when possible


Exposure made upon inspiration,unless otherwise requested


-If patient unable to cooperate or onventilator, watch patient’s chest to determine inspiratory phase

MobileAP/PA Chest Lateral Decubitus Position

-Support under pt. to raise body outof mattress


-Fluid levels best imaged withaffected side down


-Air levels seen best with unaffectedside down


-Ensure arms and side rails out ofpicture


-Patient should be in position 5minutes before exposure to allow fluid or air to settle


-Ensure patient is secure and willnot roll off

MobileAPAbdomen: Part Position and Respiration

Part position


-Placegrid under body centered to MSP and level of iliac crests


-Ifupper abdomen of interest, center grid 2" (5 cm) above iliac crests


-Ensuregrid does not tip to prevent cutoff


-Alignshoulders and hips in same plane


-Placearms out of anatomy of interest


-Hypersthenicpatients may require two separate crosswise projections


Respirations as standard KUB

MobileAP/PAAbdomenLeft Lateral Decubitus Patient Position

Patient Position


-Recumbent left lateral position


-Flex knees for comfort andstability


-Place firm upper under body


-Raise both arm out of anatomy ofregion


-Insure patient cannot roll out ofbed



Mobile AP/PA Abdomen Left Lateral Decubitus Part Position

Part Position


-True lateral without rotation


-Place vertical grid centered at 2" (5 cm) above iliac crests to demonstrate diaphragm


-Leave in position for 5 minutes to allow air to rise and fluid to settle


-Insure patient cannot roll out of bed

Surgical Team

-Surgeon


-Oneor two assistants


-Surgicaltech


-Anesthesiaprovider


-Circulatingnurse


-Varioussupport staff

The Surgical Team is divided into two classifications,according to function:

Sterile and Nonsterile

Sterile Team Members

-Scrub hands, don proper sterileattire, and enter and work in the sterile field


-Sterile team members work in andhandle only sterile items

Sterile Team Members Include...

-Surgeon


-Surgical assistant


-Physician's assistant


-Certifiedsurgical technologist

Nonsterile Team Members

-Do not enter the sterile field


-Functionoutside and around sterile area


-Handlesupplies and equipment that are not considered sterile


-Followprinciples of aseptic technique

Nonsterile TeamMembers Include...

-Anesthesia provider


-Circulator


-Radiographers


-Others

Surgical Attire for a Technologist

-Scrubs


-Shoe covers


-Nonsterile gloves


-Protective apron


-Head cover


-Surgical mask

Protectingthe Sterile Environment —ThreeMethods

1.Draping C-arm


2.Draping patient


3.“Shower Curtain"

OR Fluoroscopic Procedures

-Operative (immediate)cholangiography open or lap


-Chest– line placement;bronchoscopy, pacemaker insertion


-Spine: pain management, fusion,kyphoplasty, laminectomy


-Hip- Hip PinningEndoscopy- Provide guidance forplacement and ERCP procedures


-Fracture Reduction- Open andclosed, nails


-Femoral/tibial arteriogram

OperativeCholangiography

-Contrast-filledbiliary system


-Multipleinjections may be needed to rule out air bubbles vs. calculi

OR Chest

Patient position


Supine


C-arm position


-Coverwith sterile cover


-Entersterile field perpendicular to patient


-Forline placement, C-arm scans from point of insertion to catheter end- checkwig-wagStructures shown


-Allanatomy of the chest cavity


-Anyinstrumentation introduced during procedure

PacemakerInsertion Procedure

-Generally performed in a hospitalby a surgeon and/or a cardiologist


-C-arm mobile fluoroscopy used toguide electrodes into right ventricle of heart


-Pulse generator and batterygenerally inserted into the chest wall


-Set up to see PA and lateralprojections


-Adequate “wig-wag” to followguidewire

IRHandling in Sterile Field(before exposure)

-CST holds sterile IR cover opentoward radiographer


-Radiographer holds one end of IRwhile placing other end into sterile cover


-Donot touch sterile cover with hand holding IR


-Donot “drop” IR into cover


-CST grasps IR through cover andwraps cover over IR

IR Handling in Sterile Field (after exposure)

-IR retrievedby CST


-Radiographermust be wearing gloves, in case IR cover is contaminated with blood or bodyfluids


-CSThands covered IR to radiographer


-Radiographeropens cover away from self and others and slides IR out of cover


-Coverand gloves are disposed of properly before handling uncovered IR

Please match the structures indicated in this image.

Please match the structures indicated in this image.

A- Renal calyx


B- Ureter


C-Urinary bladder


D-Renal Pelvis


E-Renal parenchyma

What is/are the major error(s) in this image of the facial bones? The patient has a blowout fracture.

What is/are the major error(s) in this image of the facial bones? The patient has a blowout fracture.

Insufficient head extension


Incorrect collimation

What is/are the major errors in the lateral facial bones image?

What is/are the major errors in the lateral facial bones image?

Anatomy not included

What is/are the major errors in this SMV skull projection?

What is/are the major errors in this SMV skull projection?

Insufficient Head Extension

What is/are the major errors in this open  mouth Waters sinus projection?

What is/are the major errors in this open mouth Waters sinus projection?

Insufficient Head Extension

What is/are the major errors on this image of the facial bones? This patient has a tripod fracture.

What is/are the major errors on this image of the facial bones? This patient has a tripod fracture.

Incorrect collimation


Excessive head extension

What is/are the repeatable errors in this Caldwell skull image?

What is/are the repeatable errors in this Caldwell skull image?

Nothing this is an acceptable image

What is/are the repeatable errors in this skull image?

What is/are the repeatable errors in this skull image?

This is an acceptable image

What is/are the major error(s) on this image done for facial bones? The patient has a tripod fracture.

What is/are the major error(s) on this image done for facial bones? The patient has a tripod fracture.

Improper collimation


Insufficient head extension

Refer to the image below used to evaluate the cranium. How was the central ray directed to obtain this image?

Refer to the image below used to evaluate the cranium. How was the central ray directed to obtain this image?

Perpendicular

What is/are the repeatable errors in this skull image?

What is/are the repeatable errors in this skull image?

excessive head flexion


anatomy not included

What are the repeatable errors on this image for facial bones?

What are the repeatable errors on this image for facial bones?

Nothing, this is an acceptable image

What are the repeatable errors on this Caldwell for facial bones?

What are the repeatable errors on this Caldwell for facial bones?

nothing, this is an acceptable image