Skull X-Ray: Cranial Positioning and Technical Factors
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Skull X-Ray: Cranial Positioning and Technical Factors

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What is the recommended minimum SID for the AP axial projection of the skull series?

  • 45 cm
  • 102 cm (correct)
  • 50 inches
  • 36 inches

    • How should the patient's head be positioned for the AP axial projection of the skull series?

  • Align the OML perpendicular to the IR (correct)
  • Tilt the head slightly to the left
  • Tilt the head slightly forward
  • Align the IOML perpendicular to the IR

    • What angle should the CR be directed for the AP axial projection of the skull series?

  • 45° to the vertex
  • 30° cephalad to OML (correct)
  • 15° caudad to OML
  • 90° to IOML

    • What is recommended during respiration for the lateral position of the skull series?

    <p>Suspend respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the CR be centered for the lateral position of the skull series?

    <p>At MSP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended respiration instruction for the AP axial projection of the skull series?

    <p>Suspend respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be aligned perpendicular to the IR if the patient is unable to flex the neck for the AP axial projection of the skull series?

    <p>IOML</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if there is head rotation or tilt for the AP axial projection of the skull series?

    <p>Reposition the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the CR be centered for the lateral position of the skull series?

    <p>At the vertex of the skull</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What angle should the CR be directed for the AP axial projection of the skull series if OML is used?

    <p>30° cephalad</p> Signup and view all the answers

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