Dorsoventral + Ventrodorsal Skull X- Rays

Question 1

What recumbency are patients placed in for Dorsoventral skull x rays

Answer 1

Sternal recumbency

Question 2

Positioning aids for dorsoventral skull radiographs (2)

Answer 2

1. Sandbag (on top of cervical area)
2. Masking tape to secure nose

Question 3

Forelimb manipulation for a dorsoventral skull x ray

Answer 3

Lateral (or caudal)

Question 4

Place of measurement for a dorsoventral skull x ray

Answer 4

Cranium

Question 5

What recumbency should a patient be in for a Ventrodorsal skull x ray

Answer 5

Dorsal recumbency

Question 6

Positioning aids for ventrodorsal skull x ray

Answer 6

1. V trough or sandbags
2. Foam pad under cervical area and nasal
3. Masking tape to secure mandible

Question 7

When taping the mandibles for a ventrodorsal skull radiograph, what should be parallel to the table

Answer 7

Hard pallet parallel to table top to prevent foreshortening

Question 8

Limb manipulation for a ventrodorsal skull x ray

Answer 8

Caudal traction

Question 9

Proper measurement location for a ventrodorsal skull x ray

Answer 9

Lateral Canthus

Question 10

What to keep in mind when using a v trough

Answer 10

Dont use one that change the position of the patient relative to the receptor

Question 11

What does a foam pad in the cervical region correct

Answer 11

Disparity between skull thickness and cervical vertebrae