Which projection will best serve to image the apical portions of the lungs?
PA chest
PA left lateral decub
inspiration and expiration comparative views
AP lordotic
AP lordotic
Rationale: AP lordotic images of the chest will image the apical portions of the lungs when the clavicles are properly shifted superior to the apices.
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