For a lateral coccygeal projection,
1. the longitudinally and transversely collimated fields can be closed to a 4-inch (10-cm) field size.
2. the posterior ribs and the posterior pelvic wings are positioned perpendicular to the imaging table.
3. the patient's legs are extended.
4. a small focal spot improves recorded detail sharpness.
a. 1 and 4 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2, and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
C
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