A less than optimal lateral hand projection demonstrating the longest of the second through fifth metacarpal midshafts situated anterior to the others
a. was obtained with the hand internally rotated.
b. may result if the central ray was centered too anteriorly.
c. will also demonstrate closed IP joints.
d. will also demonstrate the distal scaphoid posterior to the pisiform.
A
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