In Which of the Following Data Acquisition Methods Is a Volume

question 5

Multiple Choice

In which of the following data acquisition methods is a volume of tissue (rather than a single slice) scanned during a single breath-hold?

• A) Spiral/helical CT
• B) Conventional radiography CT
• C) Conventional CT
• D) Slice-by-slice CT

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Definitions:

Pulmonary Function Test

A test that evaluates a patient’s lung volume and capacity; used to detect and diagnose pulmonary problems or to monitor certain respiratory disorders and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.

Lung Capacity

The total volume of air that the lungs can hold after maximum inhalation.

Chest X-ray

A radiographic image of the chest used to diagnose, monitor, and treat conditions affecting the chest and lungs.

Stylus

A pen-like instrument that records electrical impulses on ECG paper.