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When comparing the male and female bony pelvis, it is noted that the... - ANSWER
male pelvis is deeper, female pubic arch is greater than 90°, and the female has a
greater sciatic notch is wider
The AP projection of the sacrum requires the central ray to be directed... - ANSWER
15° cephalad to a point approximately 2 inches superior to the pubis.
What positions would best demonstrate the left apophyseal articulations of the lumbar
vertebrae? - ANSWER LPO (left posterior oblique)
What is demonstrated in the AP projection of the thoracic spine? - ANSWER
Intervertebral spaces
The apophyseal articulations of the thoracic spine are demonstrated with the -
ANSWER coronal plane 70° to the IR.
Which of the following vertebral groups form(s) lordotic curve(s)? - ANSWER Cervical &
Lumbar
To obtain an AP projection of the right ilium, the patient's - ANSWER left side is
elevated 40°.
The pedicle is represented by what part of the "scotty dog" seen in a correctly
positioned oblique lumbar spine? - ANSWER eye
What can be used to supplement the traditional "open-mouth" projection when the
upper portion of the odontoid process cannot be well demonstrated? - ANSWER AP or
PA through the foramen magnum
What is the name of the condition that results in the forward slipping of one vertebra on
the one below it? - ANSWER Spondylolisthesis
The articular facets of L5-S1 are best demonstrated in a(n) - ANSWER 30-degree
oblique
The lateral aspect of the obturator foramen is formed by the - ANSWER Ischium
What is demonstrated in the oblique position of the cervical spine? - ANSWER
Intervertebral foramina