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What is the proper patient position for the PA oblique projection of the sternum?Patient position
Anterior (PA) oblique projections are obtained with patient upright with respective side of the chest rotated 45 degrees against the IR. The patient's arm that is closest to the cassette should be flexed, with the hand resting on the hip.
How much is the patient rotated for a PA oblique projection of the sternum in a right anterior oblique position?Patient position
the patient is preferably laid prone with a 10 to 15-degree anterior oblique rotation this is normally achieved with a wedge sponge helping the patient maintain position.
How many degrees of body rotation are required for routine AP or PA oblique chest?Positioning for oblique radiographs requires rotation at approximately 45 degrees.
How much rotation should be used for the oblique position of the sternum for a large deep chested patient?bony thorax-sternum and ribs. |