Multiple Choice
A radiograph of an AP thoracic spine projection reveals that the upper thoracic spine is overexposed.The lower vertebrae have acceptable density and contrast.Which one of the following modifications will improve the visibility of the upper thoracic spine?
A) Place the upper spine under the cathode side of the tube.
B) Use a compensating (wedge) filter.
C) Increase the kV to decrease the contrast of the upper spine.
D) Use a breathing technique.
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