A Radiograph of a Scapular Y Lateral Position Reveals That

question 59

Multiple Choice

A radiograph of a scapular Y lateral position reveals that the scapula is slightly rotated (the vertebral and axillary borders are not superimposed) .The axillary border of the scapula is determined to be more lateral compared with the vertebral border.Which of the following modifications should be made for the repeat exposure?

• A) Decrease rotation of thorax.
• B) Decrease CR angle.
• C) Increase rotation of thorax.
• D) Abduct the arm more and flex it at the elbow.

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