Position: Trauma Cross Table Lateral C Spine The cross table lateral cervical spine projection is used when patients cannot be moved. A horizontal beam demonstrates alignment and soft tissue spaces. It is essential for trauma evaluation. Proper positioning ensures visualization of C1 through C7. It is heavily emphasized on ARRT exams.
Position: Trauma Coyle Elbow The Coyle method demonstrates radial head or coronoid process fractures using angled beams. It is essential when standard obliques cannot be performed. Proper angulation isolates the structures of interest. This projection is heavily emphasized on ARRT exams. It is a core trauma competency.
Position: Trauma Cross Table Lateral Hip The cross table lateral hip projection demonstrates the femoral neck without rotation. It is essential for trauma patients who cannot move their leg. Proper alignment of the IR and beam is critical. This projection evaluates fractures and dislocations. It is a core ARRT trauma competency.
Position: Trauma Cross Table Wrist The cross table wrist projection evaluates fractures without moving the hand. A horizontal beam demonstrates carpal alignment. Proper positioning prevents rotation. This projection complements standard wrist views. It is recognized on ARRT exams.
Position: Trauma AP Pelvis The trauma AP pelvis projection evaluates pelvic fractures and dislocations. It is performed without moving the patient. Proper centering ensures visualization of the entire pelvis. This projection is essential in emergency imaging. It is a standard ARRT requirement.
Position: Trauma Judet Pelvis The Judet projections demonstrate the acetabulum in oblique views. They evaluate fractures of the acetabular columns. Proper rotation is essential for accurate visualization. These projections complement the AP pelvis. They are recognized ARRT special views.
Position: Trauma AP Axial Inlet Pelvis The inlet projection demonstrates pelvic ring widening and compression fractures. The beam is angled caudally to project the pelvis in axial perspective. This projection is essential for trauma evaluation. Proper positioning prevents distortion. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.
Position: Trauma AP Axial Outlet Pelvis The outlet projection demonstrates the sacrum and pubic rami. The beam is angled cephalad to elongate the pelvic structures. This projection evaluates vertical shear injuries. Proper positioning ensures diagnostic quality. It is a core ARRT trauma competency.
Position: Trauma Cross Table Knee The cross table knee projection uses a horizontal beam to evaluate fractures and effusion. It is essential when the patient cannot flex the knee. Proper positioning prevents rotation. This projection complements AP and lateral views. It is a recognized ARRT trauma view.
Position: Trauma Cross Table Tib Fib The cross table tib fib projection demonstrates the lower leg without moving the patient. It is essential for trauma evaluation. Proper alignment ensures visualization of both joints. This projection complements standard views. It is frequently tested on ARRT exams.