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Digits Examination: Second Through Fifth Position- Lateral

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Digits Examination: Second Through Fifth Position- Lateral

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What is the recommended arm position for the patient during the adjustment of the digit?

Lowered arm position

Arm held straight

Elevated arm position

Most comfortable arm position (correct)

In a lateral projection of the fourth digit, where should the patient's hand rest?

On the medial surface (correct)

On the dorsal surface

On the lateral surface

On the palm

How should the rest of the digits be positioned during the IR adjustment for digit examination?

In complete extension

Spread apart

Held straight with the thumb

Folded into a fist and held in complete flexion (correct)

Where should the image receptor (IR) be positioned during a lateral projection of the digit?

Parallel with the long axis of the digit Signup and view all the answers

What support can be provided when the elbow needs to be elevated for digit positioning?

Support with sandbags or other suitable support Signup and view all the answers

During lateral projection, where should the patient be seated for proper anatomy display orientation?

Seated at the end of the radiographic table Signup and view all the answers

How should the second and fifth digits be positioned for an accurate image?

Elevated with their long axes parallel to the plane of the IR Signup and view all the answers

What may be used to support the digits during imaging?

Radiolucent sponge Signup and view all the answers

How can an extended digit be immobilized during imaging?

By placing a strip of adhesive tape against its palmar surface Signup and view all the answers

To obtain a true lateral position of the digit, what adjustment can be made?

Adjust the anterior or posterior rotation of the hand Signup and view all the answers

What should be clearly seen in a proper radiographic evaluation of the digit?

Fingernail in profile, if visualized and abnormal Signup and view all the answers

How should the central ray be positioned for a lateral projection of the affected digit?

Parallel to the PIP joint Signup and view all the answers