Author Question: Which is the most important positioning consideration for an AP scapula projection? patient is ... (Read 40 times)

gonzo233 · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

Which is the most important positioning consideration for an AP scapula projection?

patient is supine
arm is abducted 90 degrees from the body
patient is upright
arm is adducted 90 degrees from the body

Question 2

What is the annual dose limit for exposure to the eyes for a radiographer?

5 rem
1 rem
15 rem
10 rem

wergv · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

arm is abducted 90 degrees from the body

Rationale: Scapula imaging can be performed upright or supine. The arm must be abducted 90 degrees from the side of the body in order to pull the axillary (lateral) border of the scapula and a portion of the scapula free of superimposition of the ribs. In addition, it will help flatten the scapula; it will be positioned more parallel to the plane of the image receptor.

Answer to Question 2

15 rem

Rationale: The annual dose limit for a radiographer to the lens of the eye should be 15 rem or 150 mSv or less.