Chest -Lateral Decubitus

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	Jun 19 2011, 2:19 PM EDT	AndyC	edit	2 words deleted
Change: (2 inches) above the shoulder to include upper airwayShutter B: Open to the level of the acromioclavicular joints (AC joints) laterally. This will include the lung fields laterally. Markers Superior and LateralMarker orientation either AP or PA, depending on the patient's positioningMarker indicating the View changes from previous version. (Word count: 530)
	Jun 6 2011, 2:02 AM EDT	AndyC	edit	17 words added
Change: It also shows changes in fluid position from PA/AP view and reveals any previously obscured pulmonary areas Radiographic Anatomy Chest Radiographic Anatomy IR Size & Orientation 35 x 43 cm Usually portrait (the long axis of the IR is parallel to the long axis of the torso)D.R. may View changes from previous version. (Word count: 532)
	May 19 2011, 12:43 PM EDT	AndyC	edit	16 words added 13 words deleted
Change: Moving or Stationary Grid, portable X-ray may be done without grid Filter No Exposure 10085 kVp 1-32.5 mAs no grid 125100 kv 1-44 mAs with grid FFD / SID 180cm Central Ray Directed to the midsaggital plane at the level of T7Perpendicular to the IR View changes from previous version. (Word count: 514)
	May 6 2011, 3:59 AM EDT	AndyC	edit	5 words added 4 words deleted
Change: as recommended available)by manufacturer) Bucky / Grid Yes Filter No Exposure 100 kVp 1-3 mAs no grid 125 kv 1-4 with grid FFD / SID 180 cm180cm Central Ray Directed to the midsaggital plane at the level of T7Perpendicular to the IR Collimation Centre: T7 View changes from previous version. (Word count: 511)
	Jul 26 2010, 9:22 AM EDT	gmack	edit	10 words added 14 words deleted
Change: ---- This page is under construction -----Chest - Lateral Decubitus (either AP or PA) Area Covered Lung fields, apices, costophrenic angles, heart Pathology shown This projection is used to detect any air and fluid levels present View changes from previous version. (Word count: 510)
	Mar 2 2009, 5:40 AM EST	angelagraham	edit	1 word added
Change: are not 'cut off'. If possible, wait at least 5 minutes before taking the image to allow gas fluid levels to form Bring the patient's arms above their head so they do not superimpose over the thorax Check that the patient is in a View changes from previous version. (Word count: 510)
	Jul 4 2008, 11:56 PM EDT	angelagraham	edit	4 words added
Change: (17 x 17 inches) Film / Screen Combination Regular(CR and DR as recommended by manufacturer) Bucky / Grid Yes Filter No Exposure 100 kVp3 mAs FFD / SID 180 cm (72 inches) Central Ray Directed to the midsaggital plane at the level of T7Perpendicular to the IR View changes from previous version. (Word count: 509)
	Mar 12 2008, 9:30 AM EDT	angelagraham	edit	51 words added 1 word deleted
Change: ensure that the side that is touching the bed or table is slightly raised, perhaps using a sponge, so that the entire lungs fields are included on the image and not 'cut off'.If possible, wait at least 5 minutes before taking View changes from previous version. (Word count: 505)
	Mar 12 2008, 9:23 AM EDT	angelagraham	edit	383 words added
Change: This projection is used to detect any air and fluid levels present in the pleural cavity. Air in the case of a pneumothorax or fluid in the case of pleural effusions. Radiographic Anatomy Chest Radiographic Anatomy IR Size & Orientation 35 x 43 cm (14 x 17 inches)Usually View changes from previous version. (Word count: 457)
	Feb 26 2008, 9:04 PM EST	angelagraham	lock	No content added or deleted.
Change: Locked by angelagraham Feb 26 2008, 9:04 PM EST for: no reason given
	Feb 26 2008, 7:55 PM EST	AndyC	edit	77 words added
Change: ---- This page is under construction ----- Area Covered Pathology shown Radiographic Anatomy Chest Radiographic Anatomy IR Size & Orientation Film / Screen Combination (CR and DR as recommended by manufacturer) Bucky / Grid Filter Exposure FFD / SID Central Ray Collimation Markers Shielding (check your department's policy guidelines) Respiration View changes from previous version. (Word count: 72)
	Feb 26 2008, 7:54 PM EST	AndyC	create	No content added or deleted.
Change: Created by AndyC Feb 26 2008, 7:54 PM EST for: no reason given

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