1
Q
How is the film placed with a unilateral injury?
A
vertical
2
Q
How is the film placed with a bilateral injury?
A
horizontal
3
Q
What film size is used?
A
14x17
4
Q
Where is the cassette positioned for an above the diaphragm shot?
A
top of cassette 1 1/2” above VP
5
Q
Where is the top of the film positioned for a below the diaphragm shot?
A
bottom of cassette at crest
6
Q
What are the breathing instructions for an above the diaphragm shot?
A
breath in and hold
7
Q
What are the breathing instructions for a below the diaphragm shot?
A
breath out and hold
8
Q
How does patient positioning change for posterior oblique ribs?
A
rotate unaffected side 45 degrees away from bucky
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