Test: Cervical Radiograph - AP - Joint

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Background/Purpose

The AP cervical radiograph should demonstrate the following joint structures:
Alignment of spinous processes,
Intervertebral disc space and uncovertebral joint
Facet joints at the apex of the convexity o fthe undulating contour of the articular pillars,
Costal joints

Procedure

Center the cervical spine to the midline of the film. Extend the head so that a line from ht elower edge of the chin so the base of the occiput is perpendicular to the film.
Position the tube 40 inches away. Collimate the view to 8" wide but include the lung apices.
Have the patient perform suspended exhilation.
Performed: Bilaterally

Dialog

AP cervical x-ray joint evaluation.

Criteria

• Normal alignment and strutcure of cervical joint structures.

Measurement

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LOINC Code

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Scale/Grading

Pass/Fail