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A series of mediolateral curvatures of the spine describes which condition?
 
 kyphosis
  scoliosis
  lordosis
  osteomyelitis

Question 2

To image the right zygapophyseal joint with an AP oblique projection, which position is necessary?
 
 LAO
  RAO
  LPO
  RPO



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Answer to Question 1

scoliosis

Rationale: Scoliosis is a condition in which the vertebral column has a series of mediolateral curvatures. There are different severities of scoliosis.

Answer to Question 2

RPO

Rationale: Zygapophyseal joints in lumbar spine will image the side down or side closest to the IR with AP oblique projections.



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