Practical possibilities Flashcards
How do you position a patient for T-spine
Feet first, supine, sponge under the knees, arms over head
What is the internal laser for T-Spine
2” above jugular notch (T1)
What is the start and end location for T-Spine
Just above T1 to just below T12 (UNLESS specific levels specified)
What should be included in the DFOV for T-Spine
Transverse and spinous processes
What is the patient position for L-Spine
Feet first, supine, sponge under knees for comfort, arms over head
What is the internal laser for L-Spine
Xiphoid (T9/T10)
What is the start and end location for L-spine
Just above L1 to mid sacrum just below the sacroiliac joint (UNLESS level is specified)
What is the patient position for C-Spine
Head first, supine, sponge under knees, using a head scoop.
Ask the patient to lower their shoulders as much as possible
What is the internal laser for C-spine
glabella
What is the coronal laser for C-spine
EAM
What is the start and end location for C-spine
Just above skull base to mid T1 (unless specified)
What is the patient position for Neck C+
Head first, supine, sponge under knees, lowered shoulders, extend the neck so that hard palate is perpendicular to table
What is the internal laser for neck C+
Glabella
What are the breathing instructions for neck C+
Hold breath and do not swallow
What are the start and end locations for neck C+
Mid orbit to clavicular heads (include soft tissue of neck)