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Evaluation criteria for a lateral projection of the humerus includes:     1. epicondyles parallel to IR     2. greater tubercle in profile laterally     3. epicondyles perpendicular to IR

Which of these are TRUE of the RAO sternum radiograph?1. patient should be rotated 35-45 degrees2. a 72” SID should be utilized3. an orthostatic breathing technique should be utilized4.  the CR should be centered 1” to the left (upside) of the midsagittal plane

For the AP projection of the scapula, the:     1. patient’s arm is abducted 90 degrees and hand is supinated     2. orthostatic breathing technique is preferred     3. CR should be perpendicular and centered 3” above the coracoid process

Which of these trauma terms means “a bruise without fracture”?

Which ribs are considered “false” ribs?

A partial dislocation is also called a?

The pronator fat stripe (pad) would be best demonstrated on which radiograph?

How much is the body rotation for a posterior oblique position (Grashey method)?

A radiograph of an AP shoulder projection with external rotation reveals that the greater tubercle is profiled laterally. What should be changed to improve this image for a repeat exposure?

What is the joint classification for the scapulohumeral joint?