A less than optimal AP hip projection demonstrating the lesser trochanter in profile
A) was obtained with the leg in internal rotation.
B) will also demonstrate the greater trochanter at the same level as the femoral head.
C) will also demonstrate the greater trochanter in profile.
D) will also demonstrate a foreshortened femoral neck.

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A less than optimal AP hip projection with the lesser trochanter in profile indicates that the leg was not internally rotated enough, leading to a foreshortened appearance of the femoral neck.

A Less Than Optimal AP Hip Projection Demonstrating the Lesser