The lateral decubitus view is a frontal radiographic projection whereby the downside can be evaluated for the 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 the left side (left lateral decubitus). The downside can be evaluated for the presence of fluid, such as a mobile pleural effusion, and the upside will demonstrate free air, such as in the case of a pneumothorax (air in the pleural cavity).

The Lateral Decubitus View Is a Frontal Radiographic Projection Whereby