How should the technique be adjusted from the routine for an AP abdomen projection (lateral decubitus position) in a patient with ascites or a bowel obstruction?
1)Increase the mAs 30% to 50%.
2)Decrease the mAs 30% to 50%.
3)Increase the kVp 5% to 8%.
4)Decrease the kVp 5% to 8%.
A) 1 and 3 only
B) 1 and 4 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 2 and 4 only

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Ascites or a bowel obstruction increases the density of the abdomen, requiring an increase in mAs (30% to 50%) and a slight increase in kVp (5% to 8%) to adequately penetrate and provide sufficient image contrast.

How Should the Technique Be Adjusted from the Routine for an AP