Different Views

Posterior-anterior (PA) views minimize the magnification of the heart on x-rays.

Lordotic view allows evaluation of upper lungs because it “raises” the clavicles out of the way. Therefore the beam is shot diagonally from below the waist towards the shoulders.

Lateral decubitus views (patient lying on the side) are good for evaluating pneumothorax and pleural effusion. This particular film shows a patient on the left side.

In lateral views, the beam traveling from right to left minimizes the magnification of the heart.

Anterior-Posterior (AP)

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