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| what is characterized by repeated sequences of deep gasps and apnea and is seen in patients suffering from increased intracranial pressure |
biot's breathing |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:45:24 GMT |
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| what is a periodic type of abnormal breathing often seen in terminally ill or brain damaged patients |
cheyne-stokes |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:43:15 GMT |
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| what is the cessation of breathing in the inspiratory position |
apneusis |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:43:15 GMT |
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| what is the temporary cessation of breathing |
apnea |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:43:15 GMT |
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| what refers to dyspnea while lying down and is relieved by sitting or standing up. Common in patients with heart disease |
orthopnea |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:43:15 GMT |
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| referred to labored or difficult breathing |
dyspnea |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:36:09 GMT |
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| what is a decrease in pulmonary ventilation that results in elevated blood levels of carbon dioxide |
hypoventilation |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:36:09 GMT |
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| what is the increased ventilation in excess of need for oxygen |
hyperventilation |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:36:09 GMT |
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| what is increased breathing that is regulated to meet the increased demand by the body for oxygen |
hyperpnea |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:36:09 GMT |
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| normal quite breathing |
eupnea |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:29:56 GMT |
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| what is the complete exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the atmosphere and the body's cells |
respiration |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:29:56 GMT |
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| what is the flow of oxygen through the respitory system |
nose/mouth-pharynx-larynx-trachea-bronchi-bronchioles-alveoli |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:29:56 GMT |
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| the mediastinum contains all the thoracic viscera except what |
lungs |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:29:56 GMT |
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| what is an oblong and wide area between the two plueral cavities |
mediastinum |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:24:33 GMT |
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| how many lobes does the right lung have |
3 |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:24:33 GMT |
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| how many lobes does the left lung have |
2 |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:24:33 GMT |
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| how many lobes do the lungs have |
5 |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:24:33 GMT |
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| what is inflammation of the pleura |
pleurisy |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:21:26 GMT |
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| what are the two layers of the pleura |
visceral layer
parietal layer |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:21:26 GMT |
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| what is the serous membrane that covers each lung |
pleura |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:21:26 GMT |
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| what are the most lateral and inferior portions of the lung |
costophrenic angles |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:58:02 GMT |
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| what is the broad inferior surface of the lung |
base |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:15:11 GMT |
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| what is the most superior portion of the lungs |
apices |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:15:11 GMT |
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| what allows the passage of the bronchi and the pulmonary vessels into each lung |
Hilum |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:15:11 GMT |
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| what are the cone shaped organs that completely fill the pleural portion of the thoracic cavity |
lungs |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:15:11 GMT |
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| what extends from the bifurcation of the trachea to the lungs |
bronchi |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:07:03 GMT |
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| what consists of 15-20 "C" shaped rings of hyaline cartilage |
trachea |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:07:03 GMT |
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| what is another name for the windpipe |
trachea |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:07:03 GMT |
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| what are the 3 functions of the larynx |
portion of the airway to the lungs
protects the airway against liquids and solids during swallowing
aids in vocalization and phonation |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:07:03 GMT |
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| what 3 roles do the extrinsic and intrinsic muscles have |
swallowing
respiration
vocalization |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:59:48 GMT |
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| what two groups are the extrinsic muscles divided into |
elevators
depressors |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:59:48 GMT |
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| what are the muscles that insert on the larynx but originate elsewhere |
extrinsic |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:59:48 GMT |
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| what are the muscles that both originate and insert in the larynx |
intrinsic muscles |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:55:41 GMT |
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| what are the two types of muscle groups attatched to the larynx |
intrinsic
extrinsic |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:55:41 GMT |
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| what are the two small conical cartilages that rest on the apex of each arytenoid |
corniculate cartilage |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:55:41 GMT |
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| what are the two pyramid shaped cartilages on the upper border of the cricoid cartilage |
arytenoid cartilage |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:55:41 GMT |
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| what are the two small elongated cartilages which are placed on each side of the arytenoid cartilage |
cuneiform cartilages |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:05:07 GMT |
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| what is also known as the signet ring cartilage and assists in the forming of the posterior wall of the larynx |
cricoid cartilage |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:03:06 GMT |
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| what cartilage in the pharynx forms the superior border of the thyroid cartilage, is leaf shaped and closes off the trachea |
epiglottis |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:03:06 GMT |
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| what cartilage in the larynx is the largest and known as the Adam's Apple |
thyroid cartilage |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:03:06 GMT |
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| how many cartilages form the larynx framework |
9 |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:03:06 GMT |
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| what is the slit like opening between the true vocal cords called |
glottis |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:56:36 GMT |
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| which vocal cords are the lower cords and are the primary function in vocalization |
true vocal cords |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:56:36 GMT |
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| which vocal cords are the upper cords and have no function in vocalization |
false vocal cords |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:56:36 GMT |
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| what contains both the true and false vocal cords |
larynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:56:36 GMT |
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| what located between the root of the tongue and the trachea |
larynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:52:28 GMT |
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| what is also known as the voice box |
larynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:52:28 GMT |
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| what serves as a passageway for both the respiratory and digestive tract |
pharynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:52:28 GMT |
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| what is the most posterior portion of the pharynx |
laryngo pharynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:52:28 GMT |
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| what contains the second and third pairs of tonsils |
oropharynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:45:05 GMT |
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| what may produce obstruction to the posterior nares |
enlargement of the adenoids |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:45:05 GMT |
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| what are the first of three pairs of tonsils called |
pharyngeal tonsils or adenoids |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:45:04 GMT |
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| what is the most superior portion of the pharynx |
nasopharynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:45:04 GMT |
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| what are the three anatomical regions that the pharynx is subdivided into |
nasopharynx
oropharynx
laryngopharynx |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:23:44 GMT |
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| what are the 4 functions of the nose |
passageway for air
filters, warms and moisturizes air
serves as an organ of smell
aids in phonation |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:23:44 GMT |
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| what is located in the nose that helps to filter out dust and foriegn bodies |
nose hairs |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:23:44 GMT |
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| what are the mucous membranes, housing the sebaceous glands, 2 functions |
filter bacteria
moisturize & warm air as it enters the body |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:23:44 GMT |
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| the nose is lined with what type of glands |
sebaceous glands |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:15:19 GMT |
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| what is the internal portions of the nose seperated by |
nasal septum |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:15:19 GMT |
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| what are the openings of the internal nasal cavity called |
posterior nares |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:15:19 GMT |
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| what are the external openings into the nasal cavities of the nasal fossa called |
anterior nares |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:15:19 GMT |
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| what 7 organs do the respiratory system consist of |
mouth, nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:09:59 GMT |
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| the aveoli serve as what |
gas exchanger |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:09:59 GMT |
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| all respiratory components function as distributors of air except what |
the aveoli |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:09:59 GMT |
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| what are the two systems that creates the gaseous exchange in the body |
circulatory system
respiratory system |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:29:25 GMT |
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| what system is a air distributor and gas exchanger |
respiratory system |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:01:44 GMT |
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| an examination of the bronchial tree using a bronchoscope |
broncoscopy |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:01:44 GMT |
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| flouroscopic and radiographic exam of the lung and bronchial tree after the injection of a contrast agent |
bronchography |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:01:44 GMT |
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| an abnormal duct or passage from an abcess, cavity, or hollow organ to the body surface or another hollow organ |
bronchopleuralcutaneous fistula |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:01:44 GMT |
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| a blockage affecting one or more bronchi |
bronchial obstruction |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:54:24 GMT |
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| an acute or chronic disease characterized by inflammation of the lungs |
pneumonia |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:54:24 GMT |
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| air/gas in the pleural space |
pneumothorax |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:54:24 GMT |
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| chronic dialation of the bronchial tubes accompanied by cough and mucopurulent matter |
bronchiectasis |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:54:24 GMT |
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| to cough up blood from the lungs or bronchial tubes |
hemoptysis |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:49:29 GMT |
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| a muscular partition seperating the abdominal and thoracic cavities and functioning in respiration |
diaphragm |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:49:29 GMT |
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| pertaining to internal organs, particularly those within the abdominal cavities |
viscera |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:49:29 GMT |
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| pertaining to the lungs or pulmonary artery |
pulmonary |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:49:29 GMT |
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| what is the purpose of the arthroscope |
it allows the joints to be viewed without open surgical exploration and provides the patient with better post-surgical cosmetic results |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:27:24 GMT |
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| why is a 48" SID recommended over a 40 " SID in arthrography |
decrease magnafication |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:27:24 GMT |
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| what is the target film distance used for arthrography |
40 - 48" |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:27:24 GMT |
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| what is utilized in arthrography to delineate the soft tissue structure of the joint space |
soft tissue technique |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:27:24 GMT |
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| what are the radiographic positions used to perform follow-up examinations of vertical ray method of arthrography |
1-2" cone down
*PA
*Lateral
*30 Degree Oblique
*Tunnel View |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:58:42 GMT |
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| what are the most commonly used iodinated contrast mediums used in an arthro tray |
hypaque & renografin |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:58:42 GMT |
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| what is the most common site of arthrography in an child |
hips |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:58:42 GMT |
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| what is the most common site of arthrography in an adult |
knee |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:58:42 GMT |
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| what are the anatomical sites for performing arthrography |
knee
shoulder
hip
wrist
temporomandibular joint
any incapsilated joint |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:50:32 GMT |
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| what is the type of arthrography that utilizes a combination of gaseous and water soluble contrast agents (double contrast radiography) |
horizontal ray method |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:50:32 GMT |
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| what is the method of arthrography that utilizes the xray tube in a verticle position and a single contrast agent |
vertical ray method |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:50:32 GMT |
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| what are the two types or methods of arthrography |
vertical ray method
horizontal ray method |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:50:32 GMT |
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| arthrography utilizing a combination of both gaseous and water soluble contrast agents |
double contrast arthrography |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:42:15 GMT |
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| arthrography utilizing a radiopaque water soluble iodinated contrast agent |
opaque arthrography |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:42:15 GMT |
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| arthrography involving the use of gaseous contrast agents |
pneumo arthrography |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:42:15 GMT |
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| a radiographic exam of the joints, menisci, ligaments, articular cartilage, bursae and all soft tissue structures of the joints |
arthrography |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:42:15 GMT |
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| what reaction causes a myocardial infarction |
hemodynamic reaction |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:31:40 GMT |
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| what is the reaction that refers to the characteristics of blood flow |
hemodynamic reaction |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:31:40 GMT |
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| what is the excessive release of blood plasma through the capillary walls |
histamine imbalance reaction |
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usnavalmd Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:23:30 GMT |
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what produces these three conditions:
vasodilation
increased gastric secretion
constriction of the bronchial smooth muscle |
histamines |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:18:47 GMT |
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| what is the responsibilties of xray technicians during emergency situations involving contrast agents |
recognize a reaction
notify the physician
perform life saving measures
assist the physician |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:18:47 GMT |
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| what are the functions of radiolucent contrast agents |
utilized in negative studies of the:
brain
joint spaces
double contrast studies |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:02:57 GMT |
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| what type of agents has low osmolarity, which results in reduction in contrast reactions |
non-ionic contrast agents |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:02:57 GMT |
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| what type of radiopaque is used to view the lymphnodes and vessels |
iodized oils |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:02:57 GMT |
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| where is the radiopaque injected for a myelography |
into the spinal canal |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:02:57 GMT |
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| what type of radiopaque is used for myelography |
amipaque |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:55:48 GMT |
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| what is salpix used for |
(HSG) hysterosalpingiography - used for viewing the uterus and fallopian tubes |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:55:47 GMT |
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| if the gallbladder is not visualized after a cholecystography what is required |
the patient needs to return in 24 hours for follow up films |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:55:47 GMT |
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| what procedure helps identify small radiolucent stones or to visualize the bile ducts |
chalecystography |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:55:47 GMT |
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| after the gallbladder is visualized the patient may be given what to determine the extent and duration of the gallbladder contractility |
cholecystogogue |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:44:03 GMT |
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| the meal immediately before ingestion of telepaque should be what |
fat free |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:44:03 GMT |
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| what are the two ways cholecystopaques are administered |
orally
injection |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:44:03 GMT |
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| what is the contrast material used for the biliary tract |
cholecystopaques |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:45:03 GMT |
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| what contrast agent is used when a perforation of the GI tract is suspected |
gastrografin |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:11:38 GMT |
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| what are the two functions of contrast media |
fill & coat |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:11:38 GMT |
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| what is the most common way to administer contrast agents |
intravenously |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:11:38 GMT |
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| what are the ways to administer contrast agents |
orally
anally
intravenously |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:11:38 GMT |
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| what are the four characteristics of good contrast media |
1.demonstrates structure clearly
2.does not permanetly alter the appearance
3.produces as little toxicity as possible
4. is eliminated unchanged |
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usnavalmd Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:56:11 GMT |
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| what are the common radiolucent agents |
oxygen
carbon dioxide
room air |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:04:36 GMT |
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| what type of contrast material is considered negative |
radiolucent |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:04:36 GMT |
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| what casts a dark shadow on the finished radiograph and a light area on the fluoroscopic screen |
radiolucent |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:04:36 GMT |
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| what are contrast agents that are less dense than the body tissue |
radiolucents |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:58:19 GMT |
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| what is the most commonly used radiopaque for the GI tract |
barium sulfate |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:08:57 GMT |
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| what kind of contrast media is radiopaque termed as |
positive |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:58:19 GMT |
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| appears as a light shadow on the radiograph and dark on fluoroscopy |
radiopaque |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:58:19 GMT |
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| a contrast agent that is denser than the body tissue |
radiopaque |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:50:20 GMT |
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| what is the purpose of performing special procedures |
because tissues of varying densities and thickness absorb different quantities of radiation, a contrast media is used to better distinguish one part from another under the influence of xray |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:50:19 GMT |
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| a substance introduced into anatomy to produce structual contrast special radiography |
contrast agents |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:50:19 GMT |
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| a radiographic method of demonstrating anatomy that lacks natural contrast from the surrounding structures |
special procedures |
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usnavalmd Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:50:19 GMT |
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