Medical Quiz

Upper Limb Quiz

A radiograph of a PA oblique of the hand reveals that the midshaft of the fourth and fifth metacarpals is superimposed. What specific positioning error has been committed?

A. 3.14

B. there’s no error

C. Insufficient rotation of the hand and or wrist laterally

D. Excessive rotation of the hand and or wrist laterally

Select your answer:
     


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How should the original analog kVp range be changed with a fiberglass cast applied for a wrist or forearm radiographic procedure?

A. Decrease 3 to 4 kVp

B. Increase 3 to 4 kVp.

C. Increase the mAs to change the kVp

D. No change needed



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