Chest Radiograph (Medical Definition) | Quick Explainer Video

What is a Chest Radiograph? This video covers the medical definition and provides a brief overview of this topic.
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➡️ Chest X-ray Overview
It's a requirement for Respiratory Therapists to know when a chest x-ray is indicated and how to interpret the results. Thoracic imaging provides a lot of information about a patient's condition and helps with the diagnosis of respiratory diseases.

➡️ Chest Radiograph Definition
A chest radiograph occurs as an x-ray passes through the chest to a film which provides us with a visual representation of the structures within the thoracic cavity. The appearance of the x-ray depends on the density of the structures within the chest, which could include air, fat, soft tissue, bone, and fluid. Lungs that are filled with air have a more black appearance on the chest x-ray which is known as being radiolucent. Bones or fluid absorbs more of the x-ray beams during the process and displays more white on the chest x-ray which is known as being radiopaque. A chest radiograph must be ordered by a physician although it often comes by suggestion from a Respiratory Therapist.

➡️ Indications for a Chest Radiograph: 
- Dyspnea 
- Acute chest pain
- Decrease in oxygenation
- Hemoptysis 
- Excess sputum production
- Severe persistent cough
- Diagnostic measures

Chest radiographs are also needed to confirm the proper placement of things such as an endotracheal tube, pulmonary artery catheter, or central venous catheter.

➡️ Anatomic Structures that can be Visualized on a Chest X-ray:
- Bones
- Soft tissues
- Lungs
- Pleura
- Lower neck

➡️ Other Thoracic Imaging Techniques
- Computed tomography (CT)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Ventilation/Perfusion (V/Q)
- Positron Emission Tomography
- Ultrasound

The results of a chest x-ray are now uploaded digitally and electronically directly to a patient's medical record which allows multiple medical professionals to assess the findings all at the same time, including radiologists, general physicians, respiratory therapists, and nurses.

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This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with a physician with any questions that you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you watch in this video. We strive for 100% accuracy, but errors may occur, and medications, protocols, and treatment methods may change over time.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:19 - Chest X-ray Overview
0:36 - Chest Radiograph Definition
1:26 - Indications for a Chest Radiograph
1:57 - Anatomic Structures
2:32 - Other Thoracic Imaging Techniques

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