Which side of the patient's chest is placed against the vertical IR for a ventral or dorsal decubitus lateral projection?
A) Affected side
B) Unaffected side
C) The patient's left side
D) The patient's right side

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In a ventral or dorsal decubitus lateral projection, the affected side is placed against the vertical image receptor (IR) to best demonstrate any fluid levels or air in the pleural space on that side.

Which Side of the Patient's Chest Is Placed Against the Vertical