Which of the following correctly describes the positioning of a non-trauma leg for the AP proximal femur?
leg is externally rotated 15-20 degrees
leg is left in natural position
leg is internally rotated 3-5 degrees
leg is internally rotated 15-20 degrees
leg is internally rotated 15-20 degrees
Rationale: For the AP proximal femur on the non-trauma patient, the leg is rotated internally 15-20 degrees to position the femoral neck parallel to the image receptor.
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