red
scapula are classified as a _________ bone
flat
centering point for an AP clavicle?
midclavicle
largest and longest bone of upper limb
humerus
What are the two projections for a clavicle?
AP and AP Axial
the scapular spine is located on the ______ portion of the scapula
posterior (dorsal)
3 joints of the shoulder girdle
AC, SC, Glenohumeral
lateral end of the clavicle is called the _________ end
acromial
the _________ method demonstrates the glenohumeral joint opened.
grashey
deep groove between tubercles
Intertubercular groove (bicipital groove)
What are the two projections for AC joints?
AP Bilateral with weights
AP Bilateral without weights
_______ dislocation is most common with the humeral head
anterior
tapered area below head and tubercles; site of frequent fractures requiring surgery
surgical neck
joint where humeral head articulates with Glenoid Cavity of scapula
Scapulohumeral Joint, Glenohumeral
If a fracture is suspected what two views should you do for the humerus?
large concavity or depression on mid area of costal surface
subscapular fossa
In a neutral rotation of the proximal humerus how are the epicondyles in relationship to the IR?
45 degrees
anterior surface of the scapula is the _______ surface and it is in close proximity to ribs
costal surface
What two joints must be included for an AP clavicle?
SC and AC joints
Humeral epicondyles form a line _________ to the
IR in the AP external rotation.
parallel
How many degrees do we angle to x-ray tube for an AP Axial Clavicle?
15-30 degrees cephalic
For a PA Axial Projection of the Clavicle which direction do we angle the tube?
caudad
Humeral epicondyles form a line_______________
to the IR in the AP internal rotation
perpendicular
What shoulder position is the patient in if the greater tubercle is in profile
AP external
For an lateral humerus projection how are the epicondyles in relationship to the IR?
perpendicular
centering point for an AP external shoulder
CR Perpendicular to IR
@ 1” below coracoid
process