The lateral c-spine image should properly demonstrate:
all of these answers apply
the spinous processes in profile
the zygapophyseal joints
anterior to posterior alignment of the c-spine
all of these answers apply
Rationale: The lateral c-spine will show the zygapophyseal joints for C3-7 only. The zygapophyseal joints for C1 and 2 are seen through the AP open mouth. The lateral c-spine will also allow for anterior to posterior alignment to be determined and the spinous processes will be seen in profile.
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