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mcmcdaniel

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on: Jun 26, 2018
If an x-ray is passing through the body from the front to the back in reaching the film, it is called the ________ position.
 
  A) lateral
  B) anteroposterior
  C) oblique
  D) posteroanterior

Question 2

An x-ray of the bile ducts with the use of a contrast medium is a:
 
  A) cholecystogram.
  B) cystogram.
  C) cholangiogram.
  D) cholecystoscopy.


tmlewis4706

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) Lateral is from one side to the other side.
B) Correct.
C) Oblique is having a body part at an angle to the x-ray beam.
D) Posteroanterior position has the x-ray beam passing from the back to the front.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) A cholecystogram is an x-ray record of the gallbladder.
B) A cystogram is an x-ray record of the bladder.
C) Correct.
D) Cholecystoscopy is a visual exam of the gallbladder using an endoscope.


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