Which positioning maneuver moves the scapulae out of the lateral aspects of the lungs?
A) Placing the backs of the hands low on the hips
B) Rolling the shoulders forward
C) Depressing the shoulders to lie in the same transverse plane
D) Placing the patient in an upright position

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Rolling the shoulders forward moves the scapulae out of the lateral aspects of the lungs, allowing for better visualization of the lung fields during imaging or examination.

Which Positioning Maneuver Moves the Scapulae Out of the Lateral