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Bontrager’s Radiographic Positioning & Related Anatomy Pages 16–37 Study Guide 2026/ 2027 provides a focused review of foundational radiographic positioning and related anatomical concepts. This resource covers positioning terminology, anatomical landmarks, body positions, radiographic projections, image receptor placement, central ray concepts, patient positioning, anatomical structures, image evaluation principles, and essential radiographic vocabulary. Study material helps radiography students reinforce core concepts, understand positioning terminology, identify relevant anatomy, apply positioning principles, and prepare effectively for coursework, quizzes, practice questions, assessments, practice tests, and radiographic positioning examinations.

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The process and procedures of producing a Radiography
radiograph.


The device that captures the radiographic image Image receptor (IR)
that exits the patient; refers to both film-screen
cassettes and digital acquisition devices


Refers to the centermost portion of the x-ray beam Central ray (CR)
emitted from the x-ray tube- the portion of the x-
ray beam that has the least divergence



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an image of a patient's anatomic part(s) as Radiograph
produced by the action of x-rays on an image
receptor


A radiographic examination involves five general 1. Positioning of body part and alignment with the IR and CR
functions: 2. Application of radiation protection measures and devices
3. Selection of exposure factors (radiographic technique)
4. Instructions to the patient related to respiration (breathing) and
initiation of the x-ray exposure
5. Processing of the IR (Digital processing)


The ____________ ____________ is a reference position that anatomic position
defines specific surfaces and planes of the body.
Many terms are based on this position.


Body standing erect, face and eyes forward, arms Anatomic Position
extended by sides slightly abducted with palms of
hands facing forward, toes directed straight ahead


A _________ ___________ is any longitudinal plane that Sagittal plane
divides the body into right and left parts


Divides the body into equal right and left parts Midsagittal or median plane



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