Position: AP Mobile Pelvis The AP mobile pelvis projection evaluates pelvic fractures. It is performed without moving the patient. Proper centering ensures full pelvic visualization. This projection complements trauma inlet and outlet views. It is a standard ARRT competency.
Position: AP Mobile Femur The AP mobile femur projection evaluates fractures when the patient cannot be transported. Proper centering includes hip and knee. This projection complements cross table lateral femur. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: AP Mobile Hip The AP mobile hip projection evaluates fractures and joint alignment. It is performed without moving the patient. Proper centering ensures diagnostic quality. This projection complements cross table hip. It is a core ARRT requirement.
Position: AP Mobile Shoulder The AP mobile shoulder projection evaluates fractures and dislocations. Proper centering includes the humeral head and glenoid. This projection complements Y and axillary trauma views. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: AP Mobile Elbow The AP mobile elbow projection evaluates fractures when the patient cannot move. Proper centering ensures visualization of the distal humerus and proximal forearm. This projection complements lateral mobile elbow. It is a standard ARRT competency.
Position: Lateral Mobile Elbow The lateral mobile elbow projection demonstrates the elbow in profile using a horizontal beam. It evaluates effusion and fractures. Proper positioning prevents rotation. This projection complements AP mobile elbow. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Closed Mouth TMJ The closed mouth TMJ projection demonstrates condylar position at rest. It evaluates degenerative changes. Proper positioning prevents skull base superimposition. This projection complements open mouth views. It is a recognized ARRT competency.
Position: AP Mobile Wrist The AP mobile wrist projection evaluates fractures and carpal alignment. It is used when the patient cannot move the arm. Proper centering ensures diagnostic quality. This projection complements oblique and lateral mobile wrist. It is a recognized ARRT competency.
Position: AP Sinuses The AP sinus projection demonstrates frontal and ethmoid sinuses. A horizontal beam is essential for air fluid levels. Proper centering ensures diagnostic quality. This projection complements Waters and lateral views. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Lateral Mobile Wrist The lateral mobile wrist projection demonstrates the wrist in profile using a horizontal beam. It evaluates fractures and dislocations. Proper positioning prevents rotation. This projection complements AP mobile wrist. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.