RAD 245- Thoracic Vertebrae- Lateral Projection- Chapter 8- Module 3

Question 1

How long should the breathing be with this projection?

Answer 1

3-4 Seconds (Costal Breathing)

Question 2

If the breathing technique cannot be used, how should this projection be taken?

Answer 2

On suspended respiration

Question 3

What is the positioning error when the posterior ribs demonstrate more than 1 inch of space between them?

Answer 3

The patient’s elevated side was rotated posteriorly

Question 4

What is the positioning error when the posterior ribs are superimposed on slight rotation and demonstrate greater separation as rotation of the patient increases?

Answer 4

The patient’s elevated side was rotated anteriorly

Question 5

Where are the scapula and humeral head that demonstrates the greatest magnification are the ones situated?

Answer 5

Farthest from the IR

Question 6

What is most evident at the lower thoracic vertebral region where it causes the intervertebral disk spaces to be closed and the vertebral bodies to be distorted?

Answer 6

Tilting (Compensate for this by placing a sponge under the lower thoracic vertebra OR cephalically angle the CR until it is perpendicular with the vertebral column)