Forearm Positioning Essential Projections Quiz

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What is the recommended patient position for the AP forearm projection?

Prone

Standing

Supine

Seated at the end of the table, facing RT(R) (correct)

Where should the marker be placed for the AP forearm projection?

At the wrist (correct)

At the elbow

At the shoulder

At the mid-forearm

Which error should be avoided in positioning for the AP forearm projection to demonstrate the radius and ulnar shafts clearly?

Extending the arm and keeping the hand pronated (correct)

Keeping the hand supinated

Flexing the arm

Not focusing on humeral epicondyles

What anatomy does the AP forearm projection include?

Entire radius and ulna, proximal carpal, elbow, and distal humerus Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended CR position for the AP forearm projection?

Perpendicular to part Signup and view all the answers

What is the general part position for the AP forearm projection?

Supinate hand and fully extend arm Signup and view all the answers

In which patient position is the entire upper limb positioned to be in the same plane for the AP forearm projection?

Seated at the end of the table, facing RT(R) Signup and view all the answers

What does extending the arm and keeping the hand pronated lead to in the AP Forearm projection?

Superimposition of radius and ulnar shafts Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct position for the upper limb in the lateral forearm projection?

Flexed to a 90 degree angle Signup and view all the answers

In the lateral forearm projection, where should the humeral epicondyles and wrist be positioned?

In a true lateral position Signup and view all the answers

What should be superimposed in the lateral forearm projection?

Radial and ulnar styloid Signup and view all the answers

Where should the CR enter for the lateral forearm projection?

At mid-forearm Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the collimation for the lateral forearm projection?

Entire radius and ulna Signup and view all the answers

Which alternative/special projection can be used in the case of wrist trauma when the patient is unable to supinate or fully extend their arm?

Lateral Trauma Protocol – 2 views PA “As Is” projection – when patient is unable to supinate or fully extend arm due to injury X-table Signup and view all the answers

Which anatomical structure should be superimposed over the radius in the lateral forearm projection?

Head of ulna Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for optimal density and contrast in the lateral forearm projection?

Soft tissue contrast Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an X-table lateral trauma protocol in addition to the patient being unable to supinate or fully extend their arm?

Patient must have an injured shoulder Signup and view all the answers

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