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Select the correct pathologic indication for each statement or description.(Select each choice only once.) -Artificial opening between the urinary bladder and aspects of the large intestine


A) Horseshoe kidney
B) Ectopic kidney
C) Vesicocolonic fistula
D) Staghorn kidney stone
E) Urinary incontinence
F) BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia)

G) E) and F)
H) B) and D)

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What is the recommended position for a male retrograde urethrogram?


A) 30° right posterior oblique (RPO)
B) 45° RPO
C) Lateral
D) 2° left anterior oblique (LAO)

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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What is the structure labeled 6? What is the structure labeled 6?   A)  Renal pelvis B)  Ureterovesical junction C)  Renal sinuses D)  Trigone


A) Renal pelvis
B) Ureterovesical junction
C) Renal sinuses
D) Trigone

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Extravasation is classified as a local reaction.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following occurs in many patients and is defined as an expected outcome to the introduction of iodinated contrast media?


A) Moderate itching and sneezing
B) Metallic taste in mouth and a temporary hot flash
C) Mild condition of urticaria (hives)
D) All of the above

E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

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Which of the following conditions is considered to be higher risk for a contrast media reaction?


A) Hematuria
B) Congestive heart failure
C) Urinary tract infection
D) Renal calculi

E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

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A radiograph of a left posterior oblique (LPO) position taken during an IVU reveals that the right kidney is foreshortened and superimposed over the spine.What must the technologist do to correct this error during the repeat exposure?


A) Decrease rotation.
B) Increase rotation.
C) Increase CR angulation.
D) Place the patient in the RPO position to better demonstrate the right kidney.

E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

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The technologist should leave a butterfly needle in the vein for the first part of the IVU following injection.

A) True
B) False

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Region or areas of subcutaneous swelling caused by allergic reaction to foods or drugs is termed:


A) oliguria.
B) micturition.
C) syncope.
D) angioedema.

E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

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MATCHING Select the correct pathologic term for each definition.(Use each selection only once.) -Blood in the urine


A) Anuria
B) Oliguria or hypouresis
C) Polyuria
D) Hematuria
E) Renal agenesis
F) Micturition

G) A) and B)
H) A) and C)

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Which one of the following veins is NOT selected for venipuncture during an IVU?


A) Basilic
B) Cephalic
C) Axillary
D) Median cubital

E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

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Patients (or legal guardian)must sign an informed consent form before a venipuncture procedure.

A) True
B) False

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A patient,during an injection of contrast media,complains about pain at the injection site.The radiographer notices a moderate degree of swelling beneath the skin.The radiographer stops the injection and suspects that the needle has slipped out of the vein.What should the radiographer do after removing the needle to alleviate the patient's discomfort?


A) Give the patient diphenhydramine (Benadryl) .
B) Elevate the limb and place a cold compress over the injection site.
C) Place ice over the injection site.
D) Flex and extend the elbow to increase absorption of contrast media into the soft tissues.

E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

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If a patient experiences laryngeal swelling following a contrast media injection,he or she is experiencing a ____ reaction.


A) mild
B) moderate
C) severe
D) local

E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

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Venipuncture procedures may be performed by a technologist only if a physician is present in the room or is in an adjoining room.

A) True
B) False

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The most common size needle used for bolus injection of contrast agents for adult patients is _____ gauge.


A) 23 to 25
B) 14 to 16
C) 18 to 22
D) 28

E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

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Over-the-needle catheters are often used for drip infusion studies.

A) True
B) False

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Select the correct pathologic indication for each statement or description.(Select each choice only once.) -Large stone that grows and completely fills the renal pelvis


A) Horseshoe kidney
B) Ectopic kidney
C) Vesicocolonic fistula
D) Staghorn kidney stone
E) Urinary incontinence
F) BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia)

G) A) and E)
H) A) and C)

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During an IVU,the patient develops severe urticaria.What should be the next action taken by the technologist?


A) Call a code emergency.
B) Comfort the patient; this is a common side effect.
C) Give the patient diphenhydramine (Benadryl) .
D) Get medical assistance.

E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

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If an IVU is performed on a female,a menstrual history must be obtained.

A) True
B) False

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