Answer: D) Lateral decubitus
In which of the following body positions are radiographs generally taken to reveal the presence of excess fluid in the pleural space?
A) Anteroposterior (AP)recumbent
B) Posteroanterior (PA)recumbent
C) Fowler
D) Lateral decubitus
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