A patient comes to radiology for a sinus series.She cannot fully extend her head and neck for the submentovertex projection.What else can the technologist do to produce a diagnostic submentovertex projection?

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If the patient cannot fully extend her head and neck, the technologist can angle the CR to place it perpendicular to the IOML, which will provide a clear view of the nasal septum and the maxillary sinuses. Option A is not necessary as it may not result in a diagnostic quality image. Option C may cause distortion due to the angle of the CR. Option D may cause discomfort for the patient and still not provide a clear image of the sinus.

A Patient Comes to Radiology for a Sinus Series