Author Question: An optimal lateral thoracic vertebrae projection demonstrates all the following except a. clearly ... (Read 119 times)

bcretired · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

An optimal lateral thoracic vertebrae projection demonstrates all the following except

a. clearly demonstrated intervertebral foramina.
b. the pedicles in profile.
c. open intervertebral disk spaces.
d. no more than 0.5 inch (1.25 cm) of space between the posterior surfaces of each vertebral body.

Question 2

A left lateral thoracic vertebrae projection demonstrating more than 0.5 inch (1.25 cm) of space between the posterior ribs

a. was obtained with the patient's right side rotated posteriorly.
b. will require the patient's right side to be rotated posteriorly to obtain an optimal projection.
c. will require the vertebral column to be positioned parallel with the IR to obtain an optimal projection.
d. was obtained with the midsagittal plane aligned perpendicular to the IR.