Sternum Flashcards
1
Q
Lateral projection of sternum
Px position
Part position
Cr/rf
Ss
A
Lateral recumbent/upright
Body in true lateral
Perprendicular to ir rp in boarder of midsternum
best demonstration of sternum in surrounding tissue
2
Q
Pa oblique projection (rao)
Px position
Part position
Cr/rf
Ss
A
Erect
Rotate 15-20 degrees to right for left side to elevated
Perpendicular to ir 1-2 inch above jugular notch
Sternum, manubrium, xiphoid process
3
Q
Clinical indication in lateral projection of sternum
A
Pathology of sternum,including fractures and inflammatory processes
Depressed sternal fractures
