Which of the following is a preferred approach to imaging the mediastinal anatomy?
RPO/LPO chest
PA chest
AP lordotic views
RAO/LAO chest
RAO/LAO chest
Rationale: Anterior oblique positions of the chest will lessen the effects of magnification of mediastinal structures compared to use of posterior oblique positions.
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A(n) ____ is a rate that is too slow for the patient's metabolic needs.
A. absolute bradycardia B. absolute tachycardia C. relative tachycardia D. relative bradycardia
When classifying torts according to harm, we concentrate on how a person is injured
a. True b. False
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A. kidneys. B. liver. C. stomach. D. pancreas.