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Charlie

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Which projection should be utilized when performing a weight-bearing lateral foot?
 
 lateromedial
  dorsoplantar
  mediolateral
  lateral

Question 2

Isolation that prevents the spread of infection through the direct or indirect contact with feces is:
 
 enteric
  drainage precautions
  reverse
  AFB



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Answer to Question 1

lateromedial

Rationale: Lateral weight-bearing images of the foot require the image receptor to be placed between the feet so the patient can safely stand for the image. A lateromedial projection of the part would be acquired.

Answer to Question 2

enteric

Rationale: Enteric precautions are used to prevent the spread of infection though contact with fecal material. AFB or Acid Fast Bacillus is a type of bacterium seen in TB patients.



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