Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care 6th Edition by Arlene M. Adler-Test Bank

Test Bank For Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care 6th Edition by Arlene M. Adler

ISBN-10:0323315798 , ISBN-13:978-0323315791

Chapter 02: Professional Organizations

Adler: Overview of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care, 6th Edition

MCQ

1. The process whereby a company seeks acknowledgment from its peer groups through demonstrated compliance with established standards is known as

a. licensure.
b. registration.
c. accreditation.
d. self-evaluation.

ANS: C

Accreditation is a voluntary peer-review process. Accredited programs have shown compliance with educational standards developed by and for the profession. These standards are set by the organizations sponsoring the accrediting body.

REF: p. 16

2. Professional certification of medical imaging practitioners, such as radiographers, is provided by the American

a. Society of Radiologic Technologists.
b. College of Radiology.
c. Board of Radiology.
d. Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

ANS: D

Professional certification is a process where an agency gives recognition to an individual upon demonstrating, usually through examination, specialized professional skills. For radiography, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is a nationally recognized certification agency.

REF: pp. 17-18

3. Numerous organizations within medical imaging form part of this great profession. A common goal of all these organizations is to

a. ensure the highest quality of care within the profession.
b. elevate the standard of care in medical imaging.
c. foster positive public relations and communication with the general public and government agencies.
d. achieve all of the above.

ANS: D

Professional societies advocate for various groups to the public and governmental bodies. Additionally, they promote educational opportunities to enhance patient care standards and quality.

REF: p. 19

4. A radiographer planning to move to another state for similar employment is advised to check that state’s __________ requirements to ensure qualified employability.

a. professional membership
b. licensure
c. registry
d. accreditation

ANS: B

Most states and territories require a license, but the specific licensure laws can vary greatly from one state to another and may change yearly within a state due to new legislation.

REF: p. 18

5. All of the following are true about the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) organization EXCEPT it

a. certifies radiographers.
b. publishes the journal Radiology Administration.
c. provides a certification exam for radiology administrators.
d. plays a key role in the workforce needs of the medical imaging profession.

ANS: A

The AHRA offers a wide range of services for its members, including the journal Radiology Administration. It administers the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) exam for radiology administrators. The AHRA collaborates closely with other professional associations and has initiated the Summit on Workforce, a coalition of radiology and healthcare organizations addressing labor shortages in radiology.

REF: p. 19

6. The organization that hosts an international conference in Chicago, Illinois annually in late November is the

a. International Society of Radiographers and Radiologic Technologists (ISRRT).
b. Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
c. American College of Radiology (ACR).
d. Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

ANS: B

The RSNA organizes the world’s largest radiology conference with over 55,000 participants in Chicago every November.

REF: pp. 21-22

7. When examining the diverse organizations constituting the medical imaging profession, it is accurate to conclude that

a. almost all organizations focus on the financial and political influence of the profession.
b. all organizations report to the American College of Radiology.
c. the collective group of organizations are responsible for the accreditation, certification, and representation of the medical imaging profession.
d. the various groups operate independently with limited cooperation and communication.

ANS: C

A significant aspect of a profession is its organizations, especially the accrediting bodies for educational programs, the certifying bodies for individuals, and the professional societies that advocate for the profession to the public and government.

REF: p. 18

8. The oldest radiologic society in the medical imaging profession is the

a. American Medical Society.
b. International Society of Radiographers and Radiologic Technologists.
c. American Roentgen Ray Society.
d. Radiological Society of the Americas.

ANS: C

The ARRS is the oldest U.S. radiologic society. Established in 1900 in St Louis, the society had around 7000 members by the early 1990s.

REF: p. 21

9. Accredited programs in radiologic technology are recognized by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Programs seeking this recognition must comply with the JRCERT

a. Standards or Requirements.
b. rules and regulations.
c. registry requirements.
d. internal policies for operation and conduct.

ANS: A

The sponsoring organizations of the JRCs approve a document called either the Requirements and Guidelines or the Standards, outlining the minimum operating requirements for an accredited program.

REF: p. 16

10. The organization primarily responsible for the general welfare of the radiologic technology profession, through its efforts in continuing education, practice standards, and socioeconomics is the

a. Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences (AEIRS).
b. American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA).
c. Society for Computer Applications in Radiology (SCAR).
d. American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT).

ANS: D

The ASRT aims to advance the professions of radiologic technology and imaging specialties, maintain high education standards, improve patient care quality, and promote the welfare and socioeconomics of radiologic technologists.

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