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What is the effect of an erect position on the diaphragm?
What is the effect of an erect position on the diaphragm?
- It moves down on full inspiration (correct)
- It does not move during full inspiration
- It moves down on full expiration
- It moves up on full inspiration
What is the effect of a pleural effusion on a chest radiograph in the recumbent position?
What is the effect of a pleural effusion on a chest radiograph in the recumbent position?
- Free fluid in the pleural space
- A hazy appearance of the entire lung (correct)
- Air and fluid levels visualized
- Fluid located near the base of the lung
What is engorgement in the context of pulmonary vessels?
What is engorgement in the context of pulmonary vessels?
- A swelling of the lungs with fluid
- An excess of air in the lungs
- A relaxation of the distal small blood vessels
- An excess of blood resulting from relaxation of arterioles (correct)
What is the recommended lateral position for chest radiography?
What is the recommended lateral position for chest radiography?
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How can rotation be checked in a true lateral chest radiograph?
How can rotation be checked in a true lateral chest radiograph?
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What does excessive rotation in a lateral chest radiograph result in?
What does excessive rotation in a lateral chest radiograph result in?
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