What lower limb position is required to obtain the image below?

A) Anatomic position
B) 45-degree medial rotation
C) 45-degree lateral rotation
D) Tibial epicondyles perpendicular to IR

Question

What lower limb position is required to obtain the image below?

A) Anatomic position 
B) 45-degree medial rotation 
C) 45-degree lateral rotation 
D) Tibial epicondyles perpendicular to IR

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The image shows a 45-degree medial rotation of the lower limb, which is required to visualize the proximal femur and hip joint. The other options are not relevant to obtaining this particular image.

What Lower Limb Position Is Required to Obtain the Image