When the malleoli of the ankle are positioned parallel with the IR,the ankle is in position for which projection?
A) AP
B) AP oblique,45-degree lateral rotation
C) AP oblique,45-degree medial rotation
D) AP oblique,15- to 20-degree medial rotation for the ankle mortise

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When the malleoli of the ankle are positioned parallel with the image receptor (IR), it indicates a 15- to 20-degree medial rotation, which is used for the ankle mortise view.

When the Malleoli of the Ankle Are Positioned Parallel with the IR,the