Rotation on a lateral chest is determined by:
sternum
asymmetry of the SC joints
posterior rib margin
air in the stomach
posterior rib margin
Rationale: Rotation is determined by examining the posterior rib margin. If rotation is present, the acceptable distance between the posterior rib margins is 1/2 inch or 1 cm.
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