Question

question 14/25
when performing an anteroposterior (ap) upright chest radiograph when the patient is on a stretcher, the technologist must ensure that the angle of the tube matches the angle of the:
patients chest
image receptor (ir)
back of the cart
no angle is required for an anteroposterior (ap) upright chest on a stretcher

Explanation:

In an AP upright chest radiograph with patient on a stretcher, for proper imaging the angle of the x - ray tube should match the angle of the image receptor to ensure accurate projection and avoid distortion.

Answer:

B. Image receptor (IR)