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Positioning
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HodgePodge
100
Where does the CR enter the patient for the AP projection of the thoracic spine?
Perpendicular to T7
100
Which projection of the thoracic spine demonstrates open intervertebral foramina?
Lateral projection
100
What is the term for a lateral curve of the spine?
Scoliosis
100
What is the name of the block-like, anterior portion of a typical vertebra?
The body
100
What structure serves as cushion in the anterior portion of the vertebral column?
Intervertebral discs
200
What can be used to improve visualization of the spinous process of the thoracic spine on the lateral projection?
Lead behind the patient's back
200
Which structures are seen on the lateral projection of the thoracic spine?
T3-T12
200
What is the term for anterior displacement of one vertebra on another?
spondylolisthesis
200
How many vertebrae compose the thoracic spine?
12
200
What is the name of the outer layer of the intervertebral discs?
Annulus fibrosus
300
What can be used to help position the entire thoracic spine parallel to the IR for the lateral position?
A sponge under the waist/hips
300
How many thoracic vertebrae should be seen in the AP projection of the thoracic spine?
All 12
300
What is another name for a slipped disk?
disk herniation or herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP)
300
What is the normal curve of the thoracic spine?
Kyphotic
300
What is the name of the inner layer of the intervertebral discs?
Nucleus pulposus
400
What is the routine exam for the thoracic spine?
AP, lateral, and swimmer's view
400
Which view of the thoracic spine will demonstrate the transverse processes of the vertebra?
AP projection
400
What is the term for narrowing of the intervertebral foramina?
Stenosis
400
What is the name of the structure on thoracic vertebrae that articulate with the ribs?
Demifacets or costal facets
400
What size IR's are used for a routine exam of the thoracic spine?
(2) 14 x 17" and (1) 10 x 12"
500
What are the breathing instructions for the lateral thoracic spine?
Shallow breathing (breathing technique)
500
Which view of the thoracic spine should demonstrate blurred ribs?
Lateral projection
500
What is the term for spina bifida that does not produce symptoms?
spina bifida occulta
500
What is the name of the joints where the ribs meet the thoracic vertebrae?
costal or costovertebral joints
500
What is the breathing instructions for the AP thoracic spine?
Stop breathing on expiration