An AP ankle projection obtained with the patient's leg in lateral rotation will demonstrate which of the following?
1)A closed medial mortise
2)Decreased talar and fibular superimposition
3)An open lateral mortise
4)The sinus tarsi
A) 1 only
B) 1 and 2 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) 4 only

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Lateral rotation of the ankle will close the medial mortise, but it will not affect the talar and fibular superimposition, the lateral mortise, or the visualization of the sinus tarsi.

An AP Ankle Projection Obtained with the Patient's Leg in Lateral