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#4 Upright position
Explain reasoning behind Upright position when positioning
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02/18/2013

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Upright A
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Demonstrates air fluid levels in anatomy
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Upright B
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Shows free are in abdomen
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Upright C
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Assesses visceroptosis
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Upright D
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Allows full range of motion to diaphragm due to gravity
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Upright E
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Allows weight-bearing studies (AC joints, knees, arches of feet)
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Upright F
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Allows for a 72" SID
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Upright G
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Allows for greater Pt. comfort in some situations
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Upright H
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Decreases engorgement of the Great Vessels
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Upright I
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Shows distribution of Air/contrast in GI tract
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Upright J
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Gravity drains urinary system
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Upright K
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Assesses prolapsed organs (bladder, kidneys, uterus)
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Upright L
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Shows some stratification of gallstones
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Upright M
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Necessary for Scoliosis series
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Upright N
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Gravity displays organs at their lowest point in the body. (GI tract)
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