An AP thoracic projection obtained with the patient rotated toward the left side demonstrates
1)the spinous processes positioned closer to the right side.
2)a greater distance from the right pedicle to the spinous process than from the left pedicle to the spinous process.
3)the right SC joint superimposed over the vertebral column.
4)closed intervertebral disk spaces.
A) 1 and 3 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1, 2, and 3 only
D) 4 only

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When the patient is rotated toward the left side, the spinous processes are positioned closer to the right side, which is the first option. In addition, the right SC joint will be superimposed over the vertebral column, which is the third option. The other options are not associated with patient rotation in an AP thoracic projection.

An AP Thoracic Projection Obtained with the Patient Rotated Toward