The vertebral body of C7 is not demonstrated on a lateral cervical projection. To demonstrate this cervical vertebra,

1. take the image on expiration.
2. have the patient hold weights on each arm to depress shoulders.
3. take a lateral cervicothoracic (swimmer's) image.
4. angle the central ray 10 degrees cephalically.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2, and 3 only
d. 3 and 4 only

C

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