positioning of the body in the x-ray examination Flashcards
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adduction
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Movement toward the midline of the body
1
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abduction
A
Movement away from the midline of the body
2
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eversion
A
Turning outward.
3
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extension
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Lengthening or straightening a flexed limb.
4
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flexion
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bending apart of the body
5
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inversion
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Turning inward.
6
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Lateral decubitus
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lying down on the side (with the x-ray beam horizontally positioned)
7
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Prone
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Lying on the belly (face down ).
8
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recumbent
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Lying down (May be prone or supine)
9
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supine
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Lying on the back (face up).
