Why Is the Upright Left Lateral Position the Most Commonly

question 77

Multiple Choice

Why is the upright left lateral position the most commonly used for lateral radiographs of the chest?

• A) Less chance of body rotation
• B) Patient's heart is closer to the image receptor
• C) There is greater magnification of the heart
• D) Easier to visualize interlobar fissures

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