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What is the recommended arm position for the patient during the adjustment of the digit?
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?
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?
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?
Where should the image receptor (IR) be positioned during a lateral projection of the digit?
What support can be provided when the elbow needs to be elevated for digit positioning?
What support can be provided when the elbow needs to be elevated for digit positioning?
During lateral projection, where should the patient be seated for proper anatomy display orientation?
During lateral projection, where should the patient be seated for proper anatomy display orientation?
How should the second and fifth digits be positioned for an accurate image?
How should the second and fifth digits be positioned for an accurate image?
What may be used to support the digits during imaging?
What may be used to support the digits during imaging?
How can an extended digit be immobilized during imaging?
How can an extended digit be immobilized during imaging?
To obtain a true lateral position of the digit, what adjustment can be made?
To obtain a true lateral position of the digit, what adjustment can be made?
What should be clearly seen in a proper radiographic evaluation of the digit?
What should be clearly seen in a proper radiographic evaluation of the digit?
How should the central ray be positioned for a lateral projection of the affected digit?
How should the central ray be positioned for a lateral projection of the affected digit?
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