Sternum Positioning Flashcards
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2
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What are the structures seen for a 15-20 degree RAO sternum?
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- Minimally rotated sternum
- Sternum free of superimposition from vertebral column
- Entire sternum from jugular notch to tip of xiphoid process seen
- Sternum projected over heart
- Good visibility of the sternum through thorax
3
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What breathing technique is used for a 15-20 degree RAO sternum?
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- Shallow breathing
- Can be taken on expiration be shallow breathing is preferred
4
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How is the patient positioned for a 15-20 degree RAO sternum?
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- Patient is first in AP on either bucky or table
- Rotate patient 15-20 degrees into RAO (depends on body habitus)
- Long axis of sternum centered to midline of IR
- Top of IR 1 1/2” above jugular notch
5
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Where is the CR for a 15-20 degree RAO sternum?
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- Perpendicular to midsternum
- Entering 1” lateral to MSP on elevated side
- At level of T7
6
Q
What SID is used for a 15-20 degree RAO sternum?
A
30”
7
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What are the structures seen for a Right lateral projection?
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- Lateral image of the sternum, free of superimposition by the ribs
- Superimposed SC joints and medial ends of clavicles
- Manubrium free of superimposition by the soft tissue of the shoulders
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What breathing technique is used for a Right lateral projection?
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Suspend at deep inspiration
9
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How is the patient positioned for a Right lateral projection?
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- Patient in lateral position at wall bucky
- Center sternum to midline of IR
- Place arms behind back and pull shoulders back
- Top of IR 1 1/2” above jugular notch
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Where is the CR for a Right lateral projection?
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Perpendicular to midsternum at level of T7
11
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What SID is used for a Right lateral projection?
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72”
