Which radiographic view of the chest allows the physician to read the best quality film?

a. Anteroposterior
b. Posteroanterior
c. Lateral
d. Lordotic

ANS: B
The posteroanterior view is usually performed in the radiology department with equipment that standardizes the distance from the x-ray source to the film and where the x-ray technician can maximize the quality of each film. In addition, taking the film with the anterior chest closest to the film minimizes magnification of the heart.