For an AP abdominal projection (lateral decubitus position), ...

[Kthamas]

For an AP abdominal projection (lateral decubitus position),
 
  1. the right hemidiaphragm and iliac wing must be included to demonstrate intraperitoneal air.
  2. position the shoulders and the ASISs at equal distances from the IR.
  3. obtain the exposure on expiration.
  4. position the patient's right side adjacent to the imaging table or cart.
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 1 and 3 only
  c. 2 and 4 only
  d. 1, 2, and 3 only

Question 2

For an upright AP abdomen projection, the
 
  1. ASISs are positioned at equal distances from the IR.
  2. patient remains in an upright position at least 5 to 20 minutes before the image is obtained.
  3. symphysis pubis should be included.
  4. patient is instructed to take a deep inspiration before the image is obtained.
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 2 and 3 only
  d. 3 and 4 only

[eliasc0401]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A