Hand XRAY Lateral Flashcards
1
Q
Lateral Hand XR
Positioning
A
From DP hand is rotated externally so the palmer aspect is perpendicular to IR
Extend fingers, thumb abducted anteriorly
2
Q
What to do before any image is taken
A
APPLY correct anatomical marker
3
Q
Lateral Hand XR
Collimation - Distally
A
Fingertip of 3rd finger
4
Q
Lateral Hand XR
Collimation - Proximally
A
Distal 1/3 radius and ulna
5
Q
Lateral Hand XR
Collimation - antero posteriorly
A
SKIN MARGINSSSSSS
6
Q
Lateral Hand XR
Source Image Distance
A
100-110cm