Author Question: On a PA oblique sternal projection (RAO position), the posterior ribs are blurred and magnified ... (Read 56 times)

kshipps

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 571
On a PA oblique sternal projection (RAO position), the posterior ribs are blurred and magnified because
 
  1. a short SID is used.
  2. a long exposure time is used.
  3. the image is obtained on expiration.
  4. a detail screen is used.
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 1 only
  d. 2 and 4 only

Question 2

A lateral sternal projection
 
  1. uses a grid and tight collimation to reduce scatter radiation.
  2. demonstrates the sternum without humeral soft tissue superimposition.
  3. is obtained after a deep inspiration.
  4. requires placement of the top edge of the IR 1.5 inches (4 cm) above the jugular notch.
  a. 1, 2, and 4 only
  b. 2 and 4 only
  c. 1 and 3 only
  d. 1, 2, 3, and 4



braelync

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 350
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).

Did you know?

Less than one of every three adults with high LDL cholesterol has the condition under control. Only 48.1% with the condition are being treated for it.

Did you know?

Thyroid conditions cause a higher risk of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Did you know?

Once thought to have neurofibromatosis, Joseph Merrick (also known as "the elephant man") is now, in retrospect, thought by clinical experts to have had Proteus syndrome. This endocrine disease causes continued and abnormal growth of the bones, muscles, skin, and so on and can become completely debilitating with severe deformities occurring anywhere on the body.

Did you know?

There are immediate benefits of chiropractic adjustments that are visible via magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It shows that spinal manipulation therapy is effective in decreasing pain and increasing the gaps between the vertebrae, reducing pressure that leads to pain.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library