Position: Pediatric Skull Caldwell The pediatric Caldwell projection demonstrates frontal bones and orbits. Proper angulation projects petrous ridges into the lower orbits. Immobilization prevents motion. This projection evaluates fractures and sinus disease. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Pediatric Skull Waters The pediatric Waters projection demonstrates maxillary sinuses and facial bones. Proper chin elevation prevents distortion. Immobilization is essential. This projection evaluates fractures and sinusitis. It is a recognized ARRT competency.
Position: Pediatric Skull Lateral Trauma The pediatric trauma lateral skull uses a horizontal beam to evaluate fractures and air fluid levels. Immobilization prevents motion. Proper positioning ensures superimposition of cranial structures. This projection is essential in emergency imaging. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Trauma AP Axial C Spine The trauma AP axial cervical spine projection evaluates C3 through C7 when the patient cannot move. Proper angulation opens intervertebral spaces. A horizontal beam is used for safety. This projection complements cross table lateral views. It is a core ARRT trauma competency.
Position: Trauma Oblique C Spine The trauma oblique cervical spine projection demonstrates foramina using angled beams. It is used when standard obliques cannot be performed. Proper angulation prevents superimposition. This projection evaluates nerve root compression. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Trauma AP Thoracic Spine The trauma AP thoracic spine projection evaluates vertebral alignment and fractures. It is performed without moving the patient. Proper centering ensures visualization of the entire thoracic spine. This projection complements lateral trauma views. It is a standard ARRT competency.
Position: Pediatric Femur Lateral The pediatric lateral femur projection demonstrates the femur in profile. It evaluates fractures and soft tissue swelling. Proper positioning prevents rotation. This projection complements AP views. It is a standard ARRT competency.
Position: Trauma Lateral Thoracic Spine The trauma lateral thoracic spine projection uses a horizontal beam to evaluate fractures. Proper positioning prevents rotation. This projection is essential for emergency imaging. It complements AP views. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Pediatric Shoulder AP The pediatric AP shoulder projection evaluates fractures and dislocations. Proper centering includes the proximal humerus and glenoid. Immobilization prevents motion. This projection complements lateral and Y views. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Trauma AP Lumbar Spine The trauma AP lumbar spine projection evaluates fractures and alignment. It is performed without moving the patient. Proper centering ensures visualization of L1 through L5. This projection complements lateral trauma views. It is a core ARRT requirement.