A poorly positioned inferosuperior axial shoulder projection demonstrates the inferior glenoid cavity medial to the lateral edge of the coracoid process. To obtain an optimal projection,

a. increase the central ray to lateral body surface angle.
b. decrease the central ray to lateral body surface angle.
c. decrease the degree of humeral abduction.
d. elevate the patient on a sponge or washcloth.


B

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