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#3 Decubitus projection
Explain reasoning behind Decub/horiz. CR in positioning
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02/18/2013

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Decubitus A
Definition
Shows air/fluid levels
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Decubitus B
Definition
Shows free air (Bowel perf)
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Decubitus C
Definition
Shows distribution of Contrast/air (double contrast procedure)
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Decubitus D
Definition
Prevents further injury to Trauma Pts. (C-spine, skull)
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Decubitus E
Definition
Shows stratification of gallstones in Rt. Lat decubitus
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Decubitus F
Definition
Differentiate polyps from stones (gallbladder)
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Decubitus G
Definition
For Pt. comfort (ex: decub ulcer, recent surgery)
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Decubitus H
Definition
Demonstrates AAA in Dorsal decub position
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Decubitus I
Definition
Shows foreign bodies in the rectum - Ventral decub position
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Decubitus J
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Demonstrates non-opaque foreign body in lungs. Side down should look expiratory
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