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Radiographic Projections & Positons

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show Projection  
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show Anteroposterior-AP  
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show Posteroanterior-PA  
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show Axial projection  
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This term refers to all projections in which the longitudinal angulation between the central ray and the long axis of the body part is 10 degrees or more.   show
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show Tangential  
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show Lateral projection  
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show Oblique projection  
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If the central ray enters the anterior surface and exits the opposite posterior surface, it is known as what projection?   show
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show PA oblique projection  
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show Position  
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Erect or marked by a vertical position.   show
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show Seated  
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show Supine  
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show Prone  
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Supine position with the head tilted downward   show
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show Fowler's position  
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General term referring to lying down in any position.   show
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A recumbent position with the patient lying on the left anterior side (semiprone) with the left leg extended and the right knee and thigh partially flexed.   show
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A supine position with the knees and hip flexed and thighs abducted and rotated externally, supported by ankle supports.   show
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show Lateral position  
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show Oblique position  
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Term used to indicate that the patient is lying down and that the central ray is horizontal and parallel with the floor   show
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show Lordotic position  
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This term is used to describe the body part as seen by the IR.   show
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show Method  
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