An AP hip projection with accurate positioning demonstrates the
1)lesser trochanter in profile.
2)greater trochanter in profile.
3)femoral neck without foreshortening.
4)sacrum rotated toward the affected hip.
A) 1 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1, 2, and 3 only
D) 2, 3, and 4 only

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The greater trochanter should be in profile in an AP hip projection as it helps demonstrate the position of the femoral head. The femoral neck can also be seen without foreshortening if the positioning is accurate. However, the sacrum should not be rotated towards the affected hip, so choice 4 is incorrect. Therefore, the correct options are 2 and 3 only.

An AP Hip Projection with Accurate Positioning Demonstrates the