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16 Cards in this Set
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What are the basic projections of a hand exam?
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PA, PA oblique, lateral
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(PA) What size IR is used?
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24 X 30 cm or 10 X12 inches
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(PA) What is the kVp and mAs?
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62 @ 3
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(PA) Shielding?
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Yes, over patient's lap
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(PA) Where is the CR directed?
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Third MCP joint
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(PA) True or False. Three inches of the distal forearm should be visible.
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False, about 1 inch
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(PA oblique) What size IR is used?
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24 X 30 cm or 10 X12 inches
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(PA oblique) What is the kVp and mAs?
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64 @ 3
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(PA oblique) True or False. A 45 degree wedge is used.
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True
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(PA oblique) Where is the CR directed?
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Third MCP joint
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(PA oblique) True or False. One inch of the distal forearm should be visible.
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True
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(Lateral Fan) What size IR is used?
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18 X 24 or 8 X 10
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(Lateral Fan) What is the kVp and mAs?
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66 @ 3
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(Lateral Fan) How is the hand positioned?
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Start in a "karate chop", rest 1st and 2nd digits on foam block, ensure fingers are parallel to IR and seperated
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(Lateral Fan) Where is the CR directed?
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Second MCP joint
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(Lateral Fan) How much distal forearm should be visible?
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2.5 inches
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