Chest Penetrated PA Flashcards
1
Q
Penetrated PA of chest is done to demonstrate
A
- The Carina and main bronchi
- The paraspinal region
- Cardiac calcification
- Lungs in patients pathological conditions which increase the opacity of chest contents
- Lung bases in patients with dense areas.
2
Q
Penetrated PA of chest positioning
A
- Same as PA of chest
- It is done by increasing the kvp rather than the mAs( 7-10kVp) and a grid is required.
3
Q
Centering point of P.A projection
A
- thoracic spine 6 - 7 when a patient can take a deep breath
