Let's Talk About: Pediatric Chest X-rays

Chest x-rays are one of the most common exams that are performed by a radiographer. However, pediatric chest exams are slightly different than how you would perform an adult chest x-ray. Come hang out for a quick chat about some ways to make your next pediatric exam easier for everyone!

[@tracystafford268]

Even the simple action of speaking to the parents as you do- perfect.

[@jennabogner9268]

When table top- the SID for the AP view is at 40”?

[@SydneyPipp]

Correct

[@alexandriafournier2497]

What exposure factors should I use on a child supine chest ?

[@SydneyPipp]

It’s hard for me to say because every X-ray tube is different and it depends on if you’re using a grid vs tabletop. However, for a baby table top chest you can usually go with around 70kv at 1 to 2 mAs.

[@CHARLIEGAMER55]

Hi just wanted to know in order to pass the Sonography test or CT Tech test what book would you recommend. I mean The “ARRT” exam if there is any recommendation you could suggest that would be nice. 🙏 Thank you 🔥

[@SydneyPipp]

Mosby’s registry review books never let me down. However, I am not a sonographer so I can’t attest to any study guides for that modality. I’ve also heard good things about rad tech boot camp for CT.
www.amazon.com/Mosbys-Exam-Review-Computed-Tomography/dp/0323416330/ref=asc_df_0323416330/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312674808447&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17765056599867313995&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015622&hvtargid=pla-569949820441&psc=1