Procedures Shoulder Girdle

Question 1

What structures form the shoulder girdle?

Answer 1

Clavicle and scapula

Question 2

What type of joint is the acromioclavicular (AC) joint?

Answer 2

Synovial gliding

Question 3

For an AP shoulder projection with internal rotation, what structure should be in profile?

Answer 3

Lesser tubercle

Question 4

When performing the transthoracic lateral (Lawrence method) projection, where should the CR be directed?

Answer 4

B) 1 inch below the coracoid process

Question 5

What is the recommended SID for bilateral AC joint projections (Pearson method)?

Answer 5

D) 72 inches

Question 6

Which of the following positions would best demonstrate a shoulder dislocation in a PA oblique (Scapular Y) projection?

Answer 6

B) RAO or LAO

Question 7

For the AP axial projection of the clavicle, what is the appropriate CR angulation when performed on a standing patient?

Answer 7

B) 5 to 30 degrees cephalic

Question 8

In the AP oblique projection (Grashey method) of the shoulder, what anatomical structure is primarily demonstrated?

Answer 8

A) Humeral head and glenoid cavity

Question 9

Which breathing technique is recommended for an AP scapula projection?

Answer 9

B) Deep inspiration

Question 10

What is the primary advantage of performing a PA clavicle projection instead of an AP clavicle projection?

Answer 10

A) Reduces magnification

Question 11

In an AP shoulder projection with external rotation, which structure is visualized in profile?

Answer 11

B) Greater tubercle