How should the technique be adjusted from the routine for an AP abdomen projection (lateral decubitus position) in a patient with ascites or a bowel obstruction?
1. Increase the mAs 30% to 50%.
2. Decrease the mAs 30% to 50%.
3. Increase the kVp 5% to 8%.
4. Decrease the kVp 5% to 8%.
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1 and 4 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 2 and 4 only
A
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