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What adjustment should be made to the head in the lateral erect position?
What adjustment should be made to the head in the lateral erect position?
What should not occur regarding the angle of the mandible when positioning the patient?
What should not occur regarding the angle of the mandible when positioning the patient?
What is a key consideration when positioning the head in a lateral erect position?
What is a key consideration when positioning the head in a lateral erect position?
What can be the consequence of improper head positioning during the examination?
What can be the consequence of improper head positioning during the examination?
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When positioning the patient in the lateral erect position, which bone is particularly important to consider?
When positioning the patient in the lateral erect position, which bone is particularly important to consider?
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What is the primary concern related to the angle of the mandible in relation to the cervical vertebrae?
What is the primary concern related to the angle of the mandible in relation to the cervical vertebrae?
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Which anatomical feature should not obscure the posterior arch of the atlas when positioning the head?
Which anatomical feature should not obscure the posterior arch of the atlas when positioning the head?
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In the lateral erect position, what is essential to avoid regarding the angle of the mandible?
In the lateral erect position, what is essential to avoid regarding the angle of the mandible?
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What aspect of the lateral erect position is critical for imaging the upper anterior cervical vertebrae?
What aspect of the lateral erect position is critical for imaging the upper anterior cervical vertebrae?
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What positioning adjustment minimizes superimposition of structures during imaging?
What positioning adjustment minimizes superimposition of structures during imaging?
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Study Notes
Lateral Erect (Basic) Position
- The angle of the mandible should be not superimposed over the upper anterior cervical vertebra.
- The occipital bone should not obscure the posterior arch of the atlas.
Cervical Vertebrae Lateral Erect (Basic) Positioning
- Patient position Lateral erect
- Image receptor position Lateral
- Head positioning:
- Angle of mandible not superimposed over upper anterior cervical vertebra
- Occipital bone does not obscure the posterior arch of the atlas
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Test your understanding of the Lateral Erect position, specifically how the mandible aligns in relation to the cervical vertebrae. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on proper positioning to avoid obscuring essential anatomical landmarks.