Penny Chapter 1 TEST

_____________ the optimal location on the body for placement of the ultrasound transducer to demonstrate both normal anatomy and pathology; the best image is acquired by manipulating and placing the ultrasound transducer in most favorable position.

acoustic window

_______________ is an organization that offers national certification exams for all sonography specialties. (need to write out - no abbreviation)

American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

________ is an organization that offers national certification exams for radiographers and some sonography specialties. (need to write out - no abbreviation)

American Registry of Radiologic Technologist

________ are unassisted sonographic examinations which are graded to determine fundamental proficiency.

clinical competencies

________ is the information gathered by obtaining a clinical history.

clinical findings

_ _______ includes signs and symptoms, pertinent illnesses, past surgeries, laboratory findings, and the results of other diagnostic testing of a patient.

clinical history

__________ is an imaging modality that uses x-ray to obtain cross-sectional images of the body in multiple planes, also referred to as CT or CAT scan.

computed tomography

__ ________ is a fluoroscopic procedure that involves the passing of a catheter into the right or left side of the heart, typically from the groin or arm, in order to evaluate and treat disorders related to the blood flow of the heart.

heart catheterization

________ is a branch of radiology that uses various imaging modalities to treat or further characterize disease by means of biopsy or minimally invasive procedures.

interventional radiology

__ _______ are procedures that include an imaging modality to treat disease and typically involve the use of catheters, needles, and surgical asepsis techniques (sterile techniques).

invasive procedures

_______ is a physician who has specialized training that focuses on the medical and surgical management of high-risk pregnancies.

Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist

________ is a technique in which ultrasound waves are pulsed into the body by a transducer; the sonographic image is produced when the pulsed wave returns to the transducer.

pulse-echo technique

________ is the national membership society for all specialties in sonography offers membership benefits and helps set standards for the sonography profession.

Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

________ is typically a written or typed document that provides basic descriptive information of the sonographic examination, including measurements of normal and abnormal structures, the sonographic appearance of organs and structures, and the manifestation of any sonographically identifiable abnormalities noted during the examination.

Sonographer Report

_________ is the absence of viable pathogenic organisms, also referred to as sterile technique.

Surgical Asepsis

_______ is any subjective indication of disease, like nausea, weakness, or numbness.

Symptoms

_______ is an instrument that emits ultrasound waves that is used by the sonographer to acquire sonographic images

transducer

_____ is to perform a sonographic examination

scan

______ is a practice room with ultrasound machines for students to use to gain scanning experience

scan lab

_____ is a test in nuclear medicine in which the radiopharmaceutical is taken internally and the emitted radiation is captured by a gamma camera

Scintigraphy

Stressors

events or other challenges to time, energy, or resources

anxiety

a state of worry or fear

fight-or-flight response

hormones cause increased heart rate, shallow and rapid breathing, sweaty palms, and an energy surge

dealing with stress or anxiety

• anticipate stress and be prepared

• recognize the symptoms

• use positive language

• practice stress-reducing activities

Money Saving Tips

• buy used or e-books

• carpool

• bring your lunch

• take online courses

• seek employer reimbursement

Emotionally Stable

a person who is mentally healthy is able to maintain a state of emotional balance on most day

Time Management Tips

• use watching TV or a movie as a reward

• put the devices down, and walk away

• plan your day and week

• create your own academic calender

• set your own deadlines for assignments early

3 fundamental steps for time management

1. allow time for planning and established priorities

2. complete the highest priority tasks whenever possible and finish one task before beginning another

3. reprioritize based on the remaining tasks and on new information that may have been received

Personal Goals

subjectively meaningful aspirations that individuals pursue as they go through life

5 basic steps of goal setting

• make a list of priorities and rank them

• set measurable and realistic long-term goals

• set short-term goals for classroom and clinical

• make social and personal goals

• strive to meet those goals

Sonographer Report

give basic descriptive information of the study

• manifestation of any sonographically identifiable abnormalities

HIPAA

• includes provisions requiring safeguarding patient information

Work Ethic in the clinical setting

• maintain professional conduct

• assist sonographers with their daily responsibilities

• be soon on whom the team can always rely

• be accountable for mistakes

Radiography (Xray)

• trained medical professionals who utilize x-ay or ionizing radiation to obtain images of the body

  • can also assist in fluoroscopy, pyelography, and orthography

Computed Tomography (CT or CAT Scan)

• provides high-resolution sectional viewing of the body in multiple planes

• it is often used in trauma, during invasive procedures, and routine outpatient procedures

• uses X-ray

Mammography

• uses x ray

• obtains image of the breast

Nuclear Medicine Technology

• utilizes radioactive material for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases or to differentiate normal and abnormal structures in the body

• patients inhale, ingest, or are injected with a radiopharmaceutical

• operate a gamma camera to detect the emitted radiation

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves, and a devote computer system to create sectional images of the human body

Cardiovascular Interventional Technology

Heart catheterization is perfomed with the assistance of a cardiovascular interventional technologist

• assist radiologists in stent placement for organs like the liver

Qualities of Well-Cultivated Critical Thinkers

1. Asks vital questions and recognizes problems

2. gathers and assesses relevant information

3. comes to well-reasoned conclusions and solutions

4. tests conclusions and solutions against relevant criteria

5. thinks with an open mind

6. communicate effectively with others in order to figure out solutions to complex problems

how to be financially prepared

• develop a budget

• consider working during school

• consider seeking financial assistance

how to maintain emotional stability

• tell loved ones about demands on your time

• seek engagement with friends and family during stressful times

• consider involving your family and friends in your studies

• seek engagement with other students, sonographers, and faculty members

Before beginning sonography programs, students often must undergo a physical examination including _____, _____ and _________

immunization, laboratory tests, and drug screening

tips for maintaining your physical well-being include

• regular exercise

• well-balanced diet

• adequate sleep

• taking breaks from studying to engage in physical activity

Personal Goal

subjectively meaningful aspirations that individuals persue as they go through life

• can be short term, medium term, or long term

skills that successful students have

• sitting near the front of the classroom

• having healthy snacks before lectures

• taking good notes

• asking questions to seek clarity

• efficiently preparing for tests

Learning Styles

various approaches that individuals use toward learning, and thus understanding your preferred learning style can be a basic and yet useful preliminary educational step that you can perform in order to be better prepared for the educational trials of sonography school

• tactile, auditory, and visual learners