Unit V pelvic hip

Question 1

Where should the radiographer center the central ray for an AP projection of the pelvis?

a. at the level of the iliac crest
b. 3 in superior to the greater trochanter
c. 2 in inferior to the greater trochanter
d. at the soft tissue depression above the greater trochanter

Answer 1

At the soft tissue depression above the greater trochanter.