The Scanning Planes Used in Sonography Are the Same as Anatomic

question 39

Multiple Choice

The scanning planes used in sonography are the same as anatomic body planes, but their interpretations depend on the

• A) size of the transducer.
• B) shape of the transducer and how it is held.
• C) body habitus.
• D) location of the transducer and sound wave approach.

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