If the patient is unable to extend the knee fully, an open femorotibial joint is accomplished by aligning the central ray perpendicular to the anterior surface of the lower leg and then
A) decreasing the angle 3 to 5 degrees and centering to the femorotibial joint.
B) increasing the angle 3 to 5 degrees and centering to the femorotibial joint.
C) centering to the femorotibial joint.

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Decreasing the angle 3 to 5 degrees helps to open the joint, allowing for better visualization of the structures. Centering to the femorotibial joint is also necessary for proper positioning.

If the Patient Is Unable to Extend the Knee Fully