Diagnostic Imaging

Which of the following is NOT considered indirect imaging?

• Radiography (X-Rays)

• Ultrasonagraphy

• Endoscopy

• MRI

Which of the following is most commonly done in veterinary practice due to cost and ease?

• Radiographs (X-Rays)

• Ultrasound

• MRI

• CT

Which two procedures REQUIRE anesthesia because the pet needs to be completely still? (choose two)

• Radiography (X-Rays)

• MRI

• CT

• Ultrasonography

Which of the following is NOT included in the PPE that must be worn while taking x-rays?

• Thyroid Shield

• Dosimeter

• Lead Gown

• Face Shield

If you are required to take a R Lat x-ray, how would the pet be laying on the x-ray table?

• Left side down on the table.

• Right side down on the table.

• On it's back.

• On it's stomach.

If you are required to take a V/D x-ray, how would the pet be laying on the x-ray table?

• Left side down on the table.

• Right side down on the table.

• On it's back.

• On it's stomach.

If you are required to take a L Lat x-ray, how would the pet be laying on the x-ray table?

• Left side down on the table.

• Right side down on the table.

• On it's back.

• On it's stomach.

If you are required to take a D/V x-ray, how would the pet be laying on the x-ray table?

• Left side down on the table.

• Right side down on the table.

• On it's back.

• On it's stomach.

All of the following can be used to help with pet positioning during x-rays EXCEPT for:

• Gauze Ties/Ropes

• Sandbags

• V-Trough

• Your Torso

The ________ are a tool used to measure the thickness of a body part that is being x-rayed so that we can adjust our x-ray beam.