How Much Lower Should the IR Be Positioned When the Upright

question 69

Multiple Choice

How much lower should the IR be positioned when the upright position is used for projections of the stomach?

• A) \(1 / 2\) to 1 inch
• B) 2 to 2 \(1 / 2\) inches
• C) 4 to 5 inches
• D) 3 to 6 inches

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