Week 8.2 Shoulder Views

Question 1

what is included in standard views of the shoulder

Answer 1

AP in ER, 
AP in IR, 
AP of AC joint 
AP of scapula 
lateral view of scapula

Question 2

what are the two views for trauma of the shoulder

Answer 2

axillary and scapula Y

Question 3

an AP view of the shoulder in ER allows for better visualization of the

Answer 3

greater trochanter

Question 4

an AP view of the shoulder in IR allows for better visualization of the

Answer 4

lesser trochanter

Question 5

AC joint views can be done in… and gives you a ___ view

Answer 5

WB or NWB

bilateral

Question 6

how do you typically take an AP of the scapula

Answer 6

with the arm at 90 degrees ABD and max ER

Question 7

how is the patient positioned for a scapular lateral view

Answer 7

S/L with 30 degrees of rotation

Question 8

what is the most important view for the scapular body

Answer 8

lateral view

Question 9

an axillary view is taken when there is

Answer 9

trauma

Question 10

what can you really see in an axillary view

Answer 10

coracoid process and glenoid

and the humeral head (for subluxation or dislocation)

Question 11

axillary views are good for views of…

Answer 11

coracoid
rim of glenoid
humeral head shape
subluxation or dislocation

Question 12

Scapular Y views are taken with the patient in what position

Answer 12

standing and 60 degrees to perpendicular

Question 13

Scapular Y views are good for viewing the

Answer 13

GH dislocations and the subacromial space