Which of the Following Statements Is True About an AP

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about an AP axial (Stryker method) projection of the proximal humerus?

• A) An optimal image demonstrates the coracoid situated directly medial to the conoid tubercle.
• B) An optimal image demonstrates the greater tubercle in profile.
• C) It is performed to diagnose the Hill-Sachs defect.
• D) It is obtained with the patient's affected arm elevated until the humerus is at a 45-degree angle with the IR.

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