Chest X-ray Examination Essentials

Which projection is typically used for a standard chest X-ray?

• Lateral view

• Oblique view

• Supine view

• Posteroanterior (PA) view

• Top Lordotic view

What does an increased opacity in the lung fields usually indicate?

• Healthy lung tissue

• Presence of air in the lungs

• Normal lung function

• Presence of fluid, infection, or tumors in the lungs.

• Presence of Gas, Fat & Soft tissue

What is the primary purpose of a PA view in chest X-ray?

• To diagnose lung cancer specifically.

• To measure heart size and shape.

• To assess bone fractures in the chest area.

• To provide a clear and accurate representation of thoracic structures.

• procedure for patients who can not stand

How can you identify pleural effusion on a chest X-ray?

• Identify a shift in the mediastinum towards the affected side.

• Check for hyperinflation of the lung on the X-ray.

• Look for increased lung markings and a shadowing effect.

• Look for blunting of costophrenic angles .

• Increase of CardioThoracic Ratio

Symmetry of Os Clavicle and Processus spinosus of thoracal shows that Chest X ray photo has a good ....

• Position

• Inspiration

• Ekspiration

• Rotation

• Exposure