An AP abdomen projection demonstrates greater distances from the left lumbar vertebral pedicle to the spinous process than the right pedicles to the spinous process. The projection
a. was taken with the patient in a LPO position.
b. was taken with the right side of the patient placed closer to the IR than the left.
c. will also demonstrate the sacrum rotated toward the left side.
d. was obtained with the central ray angled toward the right side.
A
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A. A mentally competent adult can withdraw his or her consent to treat at any time. B. Any patient who refuses EMS treatment must legally sign a patient refusal form. C. Because of your suspicions, the best approach is to transport him to the hospital. D. Once a patient is in the ambulance, he or she cannot legally refuse EMS treatment.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false