7 - Cervical Flexion Lateral Flashcards

1
Q

SID for Flexion

A

72”

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2
Q

Film size for Flexion

A

10 x 12” Vertical

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3
Q

Pt positioning for Flexion

A

Chin tucked and flex to Pt’s tolerance

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4
Q

CR alignment for Flexion

A

CR thru C4

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5
Q

Collimation for Flexion

A

Include VP

  • width = collimated out eyes
  • height = 10 inches
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6
Q

Breathing for Flexion

A

Exhale and hold

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7
Q

purpose of flexion X-ray

A

demonstrates ligament instability and ROM

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