How Much Skull Rotation (From a Lateral Position) Is Required

question 63

Multiple Choice

How much skull rotation (from a lateral position) is required to place the ramus parallel to the IR for the axiolateral/axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible?

• A)None.The skull should be kept in a lateral position.
• B)30°
• C)45°
• D)53°

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Definitions:

Substantia Nigra

A brain structure located in the midbrain that plays an important role in reward, addiction, and movement.

Midbrain

A part of the brainstem involved in vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal (alertness), and temperature regulation.

Structure

The arrangement or organization of components that form a system, framework, or object.

Amygdala

A part of the brain involved in emotion regulation, especially fear and aggression.