Author Question: What term is used to describe the predominance of edema in the hilar regions of both lungs with ... (Read 66 times)

bb · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

What term is used to describe the predominance of edema in the hilar regions of both lungs with progressively less edema in the more peripheral areas of the lungs as seen on the chest film?

a. Bat's wing
b. Hilar wings
c. Butterfly wings
d. Heart wings

Question 2

Which of the following statements is false regarding the recognition and treatment of a tension pneumothorax as seen on the chest radiograph?

a. The hemidiaphragm on the affected side will be pushed downward.
b. The mediastinum will be pushed toward the unaffected side.
c. It requires immediate insertion of a chest tube.
d. The patient should be intubated.

karmakat49 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The term bat's wing appearance is applied to the predominance of edema in the hilar regions of both lungs with progressively less edema in the more peripheral areas of the lungs.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A tension pneumothorax is suggested on chest films when the hemidiaphragm is pushed down inferiorly or when the mediastinum is shifted toward the opposite lung. A tension pneumothorax requires immediate decompression with a chest tube or Heimlich valve.