The lateral decubitus view is a frontal radiographic projection whereby the side down can be evaluated for presence of ____________________.

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The lateral decubitus position is a frontal projection performed with the patient lying on either the right side (right lateral decubitus)or on the left side (left lateral decubitus).The down side can be evaluated for presence of fluid,such as a mobile pleural effusion,and the up side will demonstrate free air,such as in the case of a pneumothorax (air in the pleural cavity).Dech-ray tube in front of the patient's chest?

The Lateral Decubitus View Is a Frontal Radiographic Projection Whereby