T-Spine Positioning

Question 1

What kvp is used for an AP t spine?

Answer 1

80-90

Question 2

What kvp is used for a lateral t spine?

Answer 2

90-100

Question 3

What AEC cell is used for AP and lateral T spine?

Answer 3

Center cell

Question 4

What is 1.5 inches above jugular notch?

Answer 4

T1

Question 5

What is 3-4 inches below jugular notch?

Answer 5

Mid thorax

Question 6

-MSP in center
-CR to T7 - 3-4 inches below jugular notch

Answer 6

AP

Question 7

What projection are the intervertebral foramina demonstrated?

Answer 7

Lateral

Question 8

What projection are the zyga joints shown?

Answer 8

Oblique
*not essential projection

Question 9

Why is it common for a lateral t spine to be done with left side closer to IR?

Answer 9

Minimizes heart magnification and overlapping of heart on spine

Question 10

-directed perpendicular to the IR, if sound is horizontal
-enters patient at T7 (inferior angles of scapula)

Answer 10

Lateral projection

Question 11

If spine is not horizontal in lateral T spine, what can be done?

Answer 11

Angle CR 10-15 degrees cephalic

Question 12

T/F
A breathing technique is preferred for lateral T spine

Answer 12

True