What is a preferred wait time before a decubitus image should be acquired?
minimum of 5 minutes
minimum of 20 minutes
minimum of 10 minutes
no wait time necessary
minimum of 20 minutes
Rationale: A 20 minute time window between positioning the patient in the decubitus position and acquiring the projection is preferred, especially in instances where the free air may be a very small amount.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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