Upper Limb Test Review: Forearm and Elbow

What is the proper positioning of the epicondyles for an AP forearm?

• Perpendicular to IR

• Parallel to IR

• 45° to IR

• None of the above

Where should the central ray (CR) be directed for an AP forearm?

• Proximal forearm

• Distal humerus

• Midforearm

• Elbow joint

Which of the following is included in the evaluation criteria for the AP forearm?

• Carpals to distal humerus

• Only humeral epicondyles

• Elbow joint only

• None of the above

In a lateral forearm projection, what is the required elbow flexion?

• 45°

• 90°

• 120°

• Fully extended

What should be superimposed in the lateral forearm?

• Head of radius over ulna

• Head of ulna over radius

• Carpals over humerus

• None of the above

For an AP elbow projection, what is the positioning of the epicondyles?

• 45° to IR

• Parallel to IR

• Perpendicular to IR

• None of the above

When performing two partially flexed AP projections of the elbow, what should be parallel?

• Humerus and forearm

• Elbow and shoulder

• Wrist and shoulder

• None of the above

What is the degree of internal rotation for a medial oblique projection of the elbow?

• 30°

• 45°

• 60°

• 90°

In a lateral oblique projection of the elbow, which structures should be in profile?

• Coronoid process

• Radial head, neck, and tuberosity

• Trochlea

• Olecranon process

Which of the following is NOT part of the evaluation criteria for a lateral elbow?

• Three concentric arcs visible

• Olecranon process in profile

• Humerus at 90° flexion

• Optimal exposure factors