Which protocol would be recommended for a trauma shoulder routine?

AP with neutral rotation, transthoracic lateral, and a scapular Y
AP with external rotation with a transthoracic lateral
AP with external rotation, AP with internal rotation
AP with neutral rotation with transthoracic lateral


AP with neutral rotation with transthoracic lateral

Rationale: The trauma shoulder routine requires a minimum of two views 90 degrees from one another. Try to leave the affected part in a neutral or "as is" position. A trauma shoulder would acquire an AP neutral shoulder and either a transthoracic lateral or scapular Y view.

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