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A less than optimal AP oblique hip projection (modified Cleaves method) demonstrating the greater trochanter positioned laterally
 
  a. will also demonstrate the greater trochanter at the same transverse level as the femoral head.
  b. will also demonstrate the lesser trochanter in profile medially.
  c. was obtained because the knee and hip were not flexed enough.
  d. was obtained because the knee and hip were flexed more than the required amount.

Question 2

How is the patient positioned for an AP oblique projection (modified Cleaves method) of the pelvis to demonstrate the femoral neck without foreshortening?
 
  a. Abduct the femurs to a 45-degree angle with the IR.
  b. Abduct the femurs until they are placed as close to the imaging table as possible.
  c. Abduct the femurs to 20 to 30 degrees from vertical.
  d. This cannot be accomplished in this projection.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

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