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What breathing instructions should be given when performing the exam demonstrated in this image? 24.jpg  

Other than proper centering, what other positioning maneuver would best improve this mobile chest image if repeated? 27.jpg  

A lateral hand projection obtained with the hand in slight external rotation demonstrates the: 1. radius posterior to the ulna. 2. second metacarpal posterior to the other metacarpals. 3. pisiform posterior to the distal scaphoid.

A less than optimal lateral hand projection demonstrating the longest of the second through fifth metacarpal midshafts situated anterior to the others

PA chest projection with poor positioning showed the sternal end of the clavicles at the same level as the fifth thoracic vertebra. How was the patient mispositioned for such an image to be obtained?

In the image below, the patient was in the _________ position for this position. 21.jpg  

PA projection chest shows the left clavicle separated from the vertebral column. How would this be CORRECTED?

PA chest image demonstrates the sternal end of the clavicles at the same level as the 1st thoracic vertebra. What was the ERROR, if any?

To re-position a decubitus abdomen in the AP projection that demonstrates longer right posterior ribs and a wider right iliac wing,

A properly positioned AP thumb projection will demonstrate which of the following? 1. Twice as much soft tissue is present on the side of the next to the fingers than the opposite side. 2. Phalanges are not foreshortened. 3. Medial palm soft tissue not superimposed over the proximal first MC and the CM joint. 4. Hand fully extended.