CXR Misc. Flashcards
What SID is used for CXR views?
72”
What breath are CXR views taken?
2nd full inspiration
What is the SID for an AP supine CXR?
72” or 60”
How is the patient placed for an AP supine CXR?
Patient in supine position with elbows flexed and pronated hands on hips
Why do you place the hand on the hips for an AP supine CXR?
To draw the scapulae laterally
Where is the CR for an AP supine CXR?
Perpendicular to the center of the sternum, 3” below the jugular notch
What are the structures seen for a AP supine CXR?
- Heart and great vessel are magnified
- Lung fields may appear shorter
- Clavicles lying more horizontal
What is another name for an upright lordotic CXR?
AP Axial or Lindblom method
How is the patient placed for an upright lordotic CXR?
Upright AP position standing 1ft from bucky with the shoulders rolled forward
At what angle should the coronal plane of the thorax be to the CR & IR for an upright lordotic CXR?
15-20 degrees
Where is the CR for an upright lordotic CXR?
Perpendicular to the center of the IR at the level of the midsternum
Where should the top of the IR be placed for an upright lordotic CXR?
3” above shoulders
What do you angle the patient for an oblique upright lordotic CXR?
30 degrees with the affected side toughing the bucky
What are the structures seen for an upright lordotic CXR?
- Clavicles are superior to the apices
- Demonstrates apices and lungs
- Ribs distorted with their anterior and posterior portions superimposed
How is the patient placed for a right/left lateral decubitus CXR?
In a true lateral decubitus position with arms above the head
How much do you elevate a patient for a right/left lateral decubitus CXR?
2-3”
How far is the top of the IR above the shoulder for a right/left lateral decubitus CXR?
1 1/2” - 2”
Where is the CR for a AP right/left lateral decubitus CXR?
Horizontal and perpendicular to center of IR at a level 3” below the jugular notch
Where is the CR for a PA right/left lateral decubitus CXR?
Horizontal and perpendicular to center of IR at a level 3” below T7
Which way can a right/left lateral decubitus CXR be done?
AP or PA
What are the structures seen for a right/left lateral decubitus CXR?
- Demonstrates changes in fluid position
- Allows visualization of previously obscured areas
- Demonstrates any free air
Is the 45-degree LAO/RAO CXR done upright or supine?
Upright
How is the patient placed for a 45-degree LAO/RAO CXR?
45 degrees PA
Where is the top of the IR placed for a 45-degree LAO/RAO CXR?
1 1/2” - 2” above the vertebral prominens to include both shoulders
WHere is the CR for a 45-degree LAO/RAO CXR?
Perpendicular to IR at the level of T7
What angle would you use for a 45-degree LAO/RAO CXR when doing a cardiac series?
55-60 degrees
What structures are seen for a 45-degree RAO CXR?
- Demonstrates maximum area of left lung field
- Gives the best view of the left atrium
What structures are seen for a 45-degree LAO CXR?
- Demonstrates maximum area of right lung field
What position can the patient be placed in for a 45-degree LPO/RPO CXR?
Upright or supine
How is the patient positioned for a 45-degree RPO CXR?
AP 45 degrees toward the right
How is the patient positioned for 45-degree LPO CXR?
AP 45 degrees toward the left
Where should the top of the IR be for a 45-degree LPO/RPO CXR?
1 1/2” - 2” above vertebral prominens or 5” above the jugular notch
Where is the CR for a 45-degree LPO/RPO CXR?
Perpendicular to the IR at a level 3” below the jugular notch
Where does the CR exit for a 45-degree LPO/RPO CXR?
Level of T7
What are the structures seen for a 45-degree RPO CXR?
- Demonstrates maximum area of right lung field
What are the structures seen for a 45-degree LPO CXR?
- Demonstrates maximum area of left lung field
