1
Q
What does DR ABCs stand for
A
DR = describe the radiography
A = alignment
B = bone
C = cartilage
S = soft tissue
2
Q
What his the most common view of X-rays
A
AP (anterior posterior)
3
Q
What other views are possible
A
Lateral views
Oblique views/medial oblique views
4
Q
Quality of images
A
Image contrast (visibility of detail)
Blur (visibility of detail)
Noise/mottle (improves spatial resolution)
Artefacts (good technique)
Distortion (good technique & set up)
Compromises (technique)
5
Q
Practical factors
A
No visible artefacts on image
Good collimation
Target or centre of target in centre of image
Good contrast in image
Marker to denote side (L or R)
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