Ch 5 Radiology p4

The PA axial transaxillary projection (Bernageau method) requires no CR angle

• True

• False

The PA axial transaxillary projection (Bernageau method) requires no CR angle

• True

• False

The transthoracic lateral projection can be performed for possible fractures or dislocations of the proximal humerus =

• True

• False

The use of a breathing technique can be performed for the transthoracic lateral humerus projection

• True

• False

The affected arm must be places into external rotation for the transthoracic lateral projection

• True

• False

A central ray angle of 10 - 15 degrees caudad may be used for the transthoracic lateral shoulder projection if the patient is unable to elevate the uninjured arm and shoulder sufficiently

• True

• False

The scapular Y lateral (posterior oblique) position requires the body to be rotated 25 - 30 degrees anteriorly toward the affected side

• True

• False

An asthenic patient requires ____ (more or less) CR angle for an AP axial clavicle projection than a hypersthenic patient

• More

• Fracture of clavicle

• Suspected AC joint seperation

• No CR angle

What must be ruled out before performing the weight-bearing study for AC joints?

• More

• Fracture of clavicle

• Suspected AC joint seperation

• No CR angle

What is the most common clinical indication to perform the Alexander method for the AC joints?

• More

• Fracture of clavicle

• Suspected AC joint seperation

• No CR angle