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jilianpiloj

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on: Jul 17, 2018
What position is necessary to image the intervertebral foramina in the thoracic vertebrae?
 
 AP oblique
  AP
  PA oblique
  lateral

Question 2

Where does the optic foramen enter the bony orbit?
 
 medial orbit
  lateral orbit
  apex of the orbit
  base of the orbit


upturnedfurball

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

lateral

Rationale: A true lateral thoracic spine is needed to visualize the intervertebral foramina open.

Answer to Question 2

apex of the orbit

Rationale: The optic foramen enters the apex of the orbit, which is located most posteriorly.


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