To obtain open intervertebral disk spaces for AP axial cervical vertebrae projections when imag-ing the upright and kyphotic patient, the central ray angulation needs to be increased over that used on the supine patient.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 2
An AP thoracic vertebrae projection demonstrating obscured lower thoracic intervertebral disk spaces and distorted vertebral bodies
a. was obtained with the patient's torso rotated.
b. was obtained with the patient's legs extended.
c. is considered to be optimal for this projection.
d. will also demonstrate closed upper thoracic intervertebral disk spaces.
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