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Exam 7 Point distribution: Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6 Q7 Q8 6 12 6 12 4 24 28 18 Total points = 110 Questions 1-7 multiple choice questions Question 8 free response question Periodic table and other relevant information for Exams To preview the Periodic table and other relevant information click here

You just completed a craniocaudal view of the Boston Terrier’s right elbow. The image turns out like the one shown here. The air is dark gray but not appropriately black like it should be. But you can see the outline of all the structures that should be there except that they are all grey, too. Overall, the image is just too dark.  Which of the following adjustments should you make to correct this radiograph’s technique? Use the image below to help you answer this question.

Select the landmarks you will use for collimation for a radiograph of the VD pelvis extended view. Select all answers that apply!

Studies show that a sedentary (non-active) lifestyle increases the chances of ______Blank, type 2 diabetes, ______Blank, and cardiovascular disease.

The entire abdomen is present on your radiograph if you can visualize the entire [answer1] cranially and the [answer2] caudally along with the entire body wall on both sides.

The epithelium that lines the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs for rapid diffusion of gases is __________ epithelium.

You have completed the Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for the canine/feline abdomen. The grid ratio for your machine is 16:1. On your abdominal technique chart, a 7 cm sample patient would have a kVp of 54 and an mAs of 5.0.  Given this information, what would be the mAs for your Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for thorax? You are NOT required to show your work to receive full credit.   Grid ratio table for mAs variable technique chart: 5:1 grid x2 6:1 grid x2 -3 8:1 grid x3-4 12:1 grid x4-5 16:1 grid x5-6 Grid ratio table for kVp variable technique chart.

You have completed the Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for the canine/feline abdomen. The grid ratio for your machine is 16:1. On your abdominal technique chart, a 5cm patient would have a kVp of 50 and an mAs of 5.0. Given this information, what would be the mAs for your Grid/Non-Grid mAs variable technique chart for bone/skull? You are NOT required to show your work to receive full credit.   Grid ratio table for mAs variable technique chart: Grid ratio mAs 5:1 x2 6:1 x2-3 8:1 x3-4 12:1 x4-5 16:1 x5-6 Grid ratio table for kVp variable technique chart.

Select the area in the image which is best described as hyperechoic. Choose A, B, C, or D. Use the image below to help you answer this question. 

Technique chart questions!