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On a PA film, the heart shadow appears smaller due to the heart being anterior and closer to the film/detector.
On a PA film, the heart shadow appears smaller due to the heart being anterior and closer to the film/detector.
True (A)
Anterior ribs are more prominent in superior position on an A-P view because the diaphragm is down and more of the lung is visible.
Anterior ribs are more prominent in superior position on an A-P view because the diaphragm is down and more of the lung is visible.
True (A)
AP views are preferred for very ill patients who cannot stand erect, typically found in ICU settings where portable X-rays are common.
AP views are preferred for very ill patients who cannot stand erect, typically found in ICU settings where portable X-rays are common.
False (B)
On an AP film, the heart shadow appears larger due to the heart being anterior and further away from the film/detector.
On an AP film, the heart shadow appears larger due to the heart being anterior and further away from the film/detector.
In AP views, the vertebral column and posterior ribs are more prominent.
In AP views, the vertebral column and posterior ribs are more prominent.
In which position can a patient be examined to assess the volume of pleural effusion and determine if it is loculated?
In which position can a patient be examined to assess the volume of pleural effusion and determine if it is loculated?
What is the purpose of the apical lordotic view in radiology?
What is the purpose of the apical lordotic view in radiology?
Which disease is commonly found more in the apex of the lung?
Which disease is commonly found more in the apex of the lung?
Which view is NOT suitable for visualizing the apex of the lung?
Which view is NOT suitable for visualizing the apex of the lung?
What information can be gained from placing a patient in a lateral decubitus position during examination?
What information can be gained from placing a patient in a lateral decubitus position during examination?
Flashcards
Heart shadow size on PA film
Heart shadow size on PA film
The heart shadow appears smaller on PA films due to its position.
Rib prominence in A-P view
Rib prominence in A-P view
Anterior ribs are more prominent in the superior position on an A-P view due to diaphragm position.
AP views for ill patients
AP views for ill patients
AP views are not preferred for very ill patients in ICU settings.
Heart shadow size on AP film
Heart shadow size on AP film
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Vertebral column prominence in AP view
Vertebral column prominence in AP view
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Lateral decubitus position purpose
Lateral decubitus position purpose
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Purpose of apical lordotic view
Purpose of apical lordotic view
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Common disease in the lung apex
Common disease in the lung apex
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Unsuitable view for lung apex
Unsuitable view for lung apex
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Assessment of pleural effusion
Assessment of pleural effusion
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Study Notes
PA Film vs AP Film
- PA film is considered the "Gold Standard" due to the smaller heart shadow, as the heart is anterior and closer to the film/detector.
- Anterior ribs are prominent in PA film due to the diaphragm being down, allowing for more visibility of the lungs.
AP Film
- AP film is less useful and should be reserved for very ill patients who cannot stand erect, typically ICU patients.
- All x-rays in the ICU are portable and are AP views.
- Heart shadow is larger in AP film because the heart is anterior and further away from the film/detector.
- AP film has less sharpness and greater magnification, making it more prominent for vertebral column and posterior ribs.
Lateral Decubitus Position
- This position is helpful for assessing the volume of pleural effusion and demonstrating whether it is mobile or loculated.
Apical Lordotic View
- This view is good for visualizing the apex of the lung.
- Diseases that might be identified in this view are those that are found more in the apex, such as tuberculosis.
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Description
Learn about the differences between PA (Posteroanterior) and AP (Anteroposterior) chest X-ray films, including the positioning of the heart shadow, visibility of ribs, and when each type of film is preferred.
