To obtain a more uniform image density, the respiration phase for the AP projection of the clavicle should be:

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The respiration phase for the AP projection of the clavicle should be expiration. During inspiration, the lungs expand and may elevate the clavicles, leading to an increased image density at the top of the image. To obtain a more uniform image density, the patient should be instructed to exhale and hold their breath in the expiratory phase.

To Obtain a More Uniform Image Density, the Respiration Phase