An ambulatory patient enters the ED with a possible injury to the right upper posterior ribs.Which of the following routines should be taken to demonstrate the involved area?

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An erect AP and RPO position is preferred to demonstrate the right upper posterior ribs. The AP view is taken to evaluate the anterior chest and the RPO position allows for better visualization of the right posterior ribs. The LAO position is used to visualize the left posterior ribs, and the recumbent position may not adequately demonstrate the involved area.

An Ambulatory Patient Enters the ED with a Possible Injury