Evaluating the lateral chest image below, which statements best describes this image? lateral chest(1).jpg

This condition is the result of an obstruction of the of the bronchus or puncture of the air passageway that can lead to  a partial or complete collapse of the lung:

 For the average adult, good inspiration on an upright chest PA projection will have a minimum of ____ posterior ribs seen above the diaphragm.

The greatest detail sharpness is obtained by using 1.   a small focal spot. 2.   the longest SID. 3.   the smallest OID. 4.   longer exposure times.

Which of the following is best indicated when a 17 inch (43 cm) or longer field length is used to accomodate the  structure, as with long bones and the vertebral column?

Increasing the Contrast to Noise Ratio increases the visibility of anatomic details.

A condition in which there is chronic inflammation of the intestinal wall that may  result in bowel obstructions for many of the patients is termed:

Using the AP Chest  image below: What corrective actions are needed for an optimal image?AP chest for critique.jpg 

A correctly positioned lateral chest radiograph demonstrates some separation of the posterior ribs owing to the divergent x-ray beam. But a separation of greater than ________ cm indicates rotation from a true lateral.

Clinical Scenario: A patient enters the ED with a possible pneumothorax in the left lung. Because of trauma, the patient cannot stand or sit erect. Which of the following positions would best demonstrate this condition?