Chest X-Ray info Flashcards
1
Q
what are the first and second line imaging techniques for the chest?
A
X ray then CT
2
Q
three angles for chest X ray
A
posterior to anterior
anterior to posterior
lateral
3
Q
what two shots should you always order for chest Xray
A
posterior to anterior and lateral
4
Q
what two things about the anterior to posterior chest X ray make it worse than the posterior to anterior?
A
anterior to posterior falsely magnifies the heart silhouette
anterior to posterior does not show pleural effusions as well
5
Q
how many ribs should you see above the diaphragm in the posterior section?
A
9-10 ribs
