Foot XRAY DP Flashcards
1
Q
Foot XR DP
Projection
A
Dorsi-Plantar meaning the sole is on the IR
2
Q
Foot XR DP
Positioning
A
- Patient sits on table, socks and shoes removed
- Affected limb is to be flexed at the knee, plantar aspect of foot placed on IR flat
3
Q
Foot XR DP
Vertical central ray
A
Base of 3rd Metatarsal
4
Q
Foot XR DP
Collimation - Distally
A
Distal Phalanx
5
Q
Foot XR DP
Collimation - Proximally
A
Posterior edge of calcaneum
6
Q
Foot XR DP
Collimation - Medially
A
skin margin of each side of foot
7
Q
Foot XR DP
Source Image Distance
A
100-110cm