Obstetric and Gynecologic Sonography
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Course Introduction
Obstetric and Gynecologic Sonography is a specialized medical imaging course focusing on the use of ultrasound technology to assess and monitor the female reproductive system and developing fetus. The course covers fundamental principles of sonographic imaging, including instrumentation, safety, and scanning techniques. Learners gain foundational knowledge of normal and abnormal sonographic appearances of pelvic organs, gestational development, and high-risk obstetric conditions. Emphasis is placed on practical skills in transabdominal and transvaginal scanning, fetal biometry, assessment of anatomical anomalies, and documentation of findings. The course prepares students to assist in the clinical diagnosis, management, and follow-up of obstetric and gynecologic patients using state-of-the-art sonographic procedures.
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Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care 3rd Edition by M. Robert de
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Chapter 1: The Origins and Evolution of Diagnostic Medical
Sonography
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Q1) Who was the first to compare sound waves with the waves produced by dropping a pebble into a calm body of water?
A) Archytas of Tarentum
B) Socrates
C) Leonardo da Vinci
D) Boethius
Answer: D
Q2) Francis Fry and Elizabeth Kelly Fry are best known for their work in _____ ultrasound.
A) vascular
B) breast
C) obstetric
D) ophthalmic
Answer: B
Q3) Early real-time ultrasound systems relied on the use of _____ transducers.
A) linear array
B) phased-array
C) convex (curvilinear)
D) mechanical sectoring
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: The Sonographer As Student
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Q1) The ability to draw conclusions about a specific case from a general hypothesis or known fact is called:
A) critical thinking.
B) effective listening.
C) deductive reasoning.
D) inductive reasoning.
Answer: C
Q2) The average speaking rate has been measured at approximately _____ words per minute.
A) 25
B) 125
C) 175
D) 400
Answer: B
Q3) Which method of memorization relies on arranging lists of data in segments?
A) Association
B) Mnemonics
C) Visualization
D) Clustering
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Communication and Critical Thinking Skills
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Q1) Which of the following statements about the non-diagnostic use of sonography is untrue?
A) Use of an ultrasound device without a physician's order may violate state or local laws.
B) Nothing should appear on the patient's hardcopy images that did not appear on the diagnostic images.
C) The Food and Drug Administration has declared that production of "keepsake" fetal videos is an approved use of ultrasound equipment.
D) The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine is not in favor of this practice.
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following statements about the stage of acceptance is untrue?
A) It can be a joyful stage.
B) Intense feelings are absent.
C) Appropriate physical touch may replace words.
D) The support of family and friends is needed.
Answer: A
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Chapter 4: Sonographer Safety Issues
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Q1) An electromyogram may be ordered to diagnose:
A) carpal tunnel syndrome.
B) thoracic outlet syndrome.
C) de Quervain disease.
D) plantar fasciitis.
Q2) Upper extremity injury among sonographers most often is associated with:
A) overwork.
B) decreased oxygen and blood flow.
C) transducer design and manipulation.
D) static posture.
Q3) Which of the following statements about plantar fasciitis is untrue?
A) The pain is located in the ankle.
B) It results from overuse and repeated stress of the foot.
C) It is related to being overweight.
D) Treatment may include extracorporeal shock wave therapy.
Q4) Which type of musculoskeletal pain is most resistant to medication and therapy?
A) Back and neck
B) Upper arm and elbow
C) Wrist and fingers
D) Heel
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Chapter 5: Medical Techniques and Patient Care
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Q1) When transferring or positioning a patient with an IV, you should:
A) never lower the IV bag below the level of needle insertion.
B) never lower the IV bag below the level of the heart.
C) change or regulate the flow as needed.
D) clamp the tubing during transfer.
Q2) The optimal adult blood pressure is:
A) less than 120/80.
B) 120/80.
C) 80/50.
D) 140/90.
Q3) Vital signs are temperature, pulse, _____ and _____.
A) pallor; respiration
B) dyspnea; respiration
C) pulse rate; blood pressure
D) respiration; blood pressure
Q4) Which statement about indwelling catheters is untrue?
A) The catheter should be taped to the patient's inner thigh.
B) Catheterization is a sterile technique.
C) The drainage tubing must not kink.
D) Drainage bags must be kept above the level of the bladder.
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Chapter 6: Clinical Assessments and Sonographic
Procedures
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Q1) Which of the following statements about abdominal and retroperitoneal sonography is untrue?
A) Evaluation of the abdominal arteries for the presence of an aneurysm is a clinical indication for abdominal sonography.
B) Abdominal sonography should be done after other diagnostic imaging tests that require contrast material.
C) Obesity and dehydration may make it more difficult to obtain satisfactory images of the abdominal organs.
D) Patients should refrain from smoking or chewing gum, because this can introduce air into the stomach.
Q2) Which position is helpful in scanning a gallbladder in an extremely high position under the rib cage?
A) Supine
B) Modified Fowler
C) Upright/erect
D) Prone
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Chapter 7: Legal and Ethical Aspects of Sonography
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Q1) Which type of law is enacted and enforced by federal or state legislators to help maintain the governmental right to uphold social order and to protect the rights of individuals?
A) Statutory
B) Administrative
C) Common
D) Tort
Q2) Under the theory of _____, a sonographer's employer can be held liable for the sonographer's negligence as long as the sonographer was acting within the scope of employment.
A) captain of ship
B) ostensible agency
C) respondeat superior
D) res ipsa loquitur
Q3) The failure to use reasonable care is:
A) liability.
B) negligence.
C) medical malpractice.
D) intentional tort.
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Chapter 8: Sound Futures
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Q1) Those selected for research positions are usually sonographers with at least _____ years' clinical experience.
A) ten
B) three
C) seven
D) five
Q2) In a job interview, first impressions are usually formed within:
A) 20 minutes.
B) 30 seconds.
C) 60 seconds.
D) 2 minutes.
Q3) Which aspect of professional communication is most important for sonographers in the commercial world?
A) The ability to listen closely to customers
B) Positive body language
C) A sense of humor
D) A well-groomed appearance
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Chapter 9: Professional Development and Leadership
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Q1) One of the most important responsibilities of a technical director or lead sonographer is:
A) reviewing monthly budgets.
B) conducting inspections of the facility to ensure patient and sonographer safety.
C) preparing or assisting in the applications for ultrasound practice accreditation.
D) providing input on hiring, promoting, or terminating employees.
Q2) Which of the following statements about professionals is untrue?
A) They are serious about striving for excellence.
B) They view sonography as a routine job.
C) They possess advanced education.
D) They express ethical concerns.
Q3) A _____ is a specific behavior that an individual demonstrates to others.
A) role
B) function
C) job
D) quality
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