Pediatric Radiography

what is the current term for suspected child abuse?

At what age can a child be talked through an exam without immobilization or parental aid?

What are three possible roles of the parent?

Who should the technologist report suspected abuse to?

What are some immobilization devices?

What does Diaphysis mean?

The secondary center for occification in long bones is?

What is the primary site of ossification in long bones?

At what age is skeletal growth complete

What is the epiphyseal plate made up of?

This is most common in children when foreign objects are swallowed into air passages of the bronchial tree

This condition (primarily seen in children from ages 1-3) is caused by a a viral infection. It is made evident by labored breathing and a harsh dry cough.

_________ is treated most commonly with antibiotics, but AP and lateral radiographs of the neck and upper airway demonstrate smooth but tapered narrowing of upper airway

A hereditary disease with secretions of heavy mucus that cause clogging of bronchi and bronchioles

A frequently associated condition with cystic fibrosis is of an intestinal obstruction

A bacterial infection of the epiglottis most common in children from ages 2-5 but may also affect adults. It is a serious condition that can become fatal resulting from blockage of airway that causes swelling

One of the most common indications for chest radiographs in premature infants.

In this emergency type condition, the alveoli and capillaries of the lung are injured and infected, resulting in leakage of fluid and blood into spaces between alveoli. Granular appearance

An enlarged thyroid at birth is caused by an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) or an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism)

A deformity of the skull caused by premature closure of skull sutures.

In this condition the femoral head is separated by the acetabulum in the newborn. Unknown cause. More common in girls, babies born breech or hereditary

A group of diseases that mainly affect the epiphyseal plates of long bones, resulting in pain, deformities, and abnormal bone growth

This condition leads to abnormal bone growth at the hip. If affects children ages 5-10 (head of femur first appears flattened, then later fragmented)

This condition causes inflammation of the tibial tuberosity. It is most common in 5-10 year old males and usually affects one leg

In this hereditary disorder, the bones are abnormally soft and fragile. Infants with this condition may be born with fractures.

In this condition, developing bones do not harden or calcify, causing skeletal deformities. Commonly bowed legs

When the posterior aspects of the vertebrae fail to develop, exposing part of the spinal cord

_________ is a mild form that is characterized by some defect or splitting of the posterior arch of the L5-S1 vertebrae without protrusion of the spinal chord or meninges

A congenital deformity of the foot that can be diagnosed prenatally with the use of real time ultrasound.

A congenital condition that requires surgery because an opening to an organ is absent.

In this congenital condition of the large intestine, nerves that control rhythmic contractions are missing. Results in constipation and vomiting

This narrowing or blockage at the pylorus or stomach outlet occurs in infants, frequently resulting in repeated, forceful vomiting

_________ are associated with childhood cancer (generally younger than age 5). Occur in parts of the nervouse system, most frequently the adrenal glands.

The second most common type of childhood cancer

______ indicates a cancer of the kidneys of embryonal origin, Usually occurs in children younger than 5. One of the most common abdominal cancers in children

__________ frequently occurs in both adults and children and is caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or some type of parasite.

What is a common cause of UTI in children?

Lower extremities
AP: Lateral and medial epicondyles of distal femur should appear ______________
Lateral: Medial and lateral condyles and epicondyles of distal femur should be ______

What is the Kite method used for?

What are the positions for a pediatric skull exam?

Where should the petrous ridges lie with a 15* cephalic angle

Where will the petrous ridges lie in an AP 0* skull?

Where will the petrous pyramids lie with a 30* town projection?

Where do you center for a lateral pedi skull?

What are the pediatric NPO protocols?

For barium enemas on children do we use single or double contrast usually?

What are the contraindications for giving laxatives prior to a lower GI study?

What are the prep's for pedi lower GI studies?

What is the prep for an IVU?

Where is the centering point for a pedi abdomen?

What is the preferred method for positioning an upright pedi abdomen?

What are two indications for pedi upright abdomen?

What amounts of barium are given for what age?

How is a pedi patient positioned for a contrast study?

what is the positioning sequence for a UGI?

In what position does the stomach empty quickly and it is important to check the location of the duodenaljejunal junction to rule out malrotation

For a small bowel follow through, AP or PA films are taken at _________ intervals

How long on children does it take for barium to reach the ileocecal valve for a small bowel series?

what size enema tip do you use on neonates and infants?

Barium enemas are often used in children to reduce _______

How high should the enema bag be placed from the table top?

What are two indications for pedi VCUG's?

What is the prep for a VCUG?

What size tube should be used for a VCUG?

An air enema is performed under fluoroscopy for the

What proves that an intussusseption has been reduced?