What anatomy must be demonstrated on the upright, AP projection of the abdomen? Correct
Answ_diaphragm must be at the top of image
When a patient is unable to stand for an upright projection of the abdomen, which of the
following positions may be substituted? Correct Answ_Left lateral decubitus acronym
Where does the CR enter the patient for the left lateral decubitus position of the abdomen?
Correct Answ_midsagittal plane at 2inch above iliac crest
The essential factor for demonstration of air-fluid levels in radiography is: Correct Answ_A
horizontal x-ray beam
Which of the following positions demonstrates air-fluid levels? Correct Answ_upright
lateral decubitus
, Which of the following abdominal features are seen on "plain films" (non contrast media studies)
of the abdomen? Correct Answ_outer contours of the kidneys
Psoas muscles
which portion of the ribs is best demonstrated on the AP projection? Correct Answ_posterior
Routine positions for the right fifth anterior rib are: Correct Answ_PA LAO
Routine positions for the left tenth posterior rib are: Correct Answ_AP LPO
Which ribs are best demonstrated when the exposure is made after the patient suspended
respirations after inspiration? Correct Answ_1 thru 10 or 1 thru 9
which of the following are ways in which a chest examination differs from an examination of the
ribs? Correct Answ_72-inch SID is used
Higher kV is used
Routine projections for the sternum are: Correct Answ_RAO oblique and Lateral