What is the patient position for a lateral projection of the third,fourth,or fifth toes?
A) Supine,with the leg and foot laterally rotated
B) 45 degrees oblique,with the leg and foot laterally rotated
C) Lateral recumbent,on the affected side
D) Lateral recumbent,on the unaffected side

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The lateral projection of the toes requires the patient to be in a lateral recumbent position on the affected side to ensure the toes are closest to the image receptor for accurate imaging.

What Is the Patient Position for a Lateral Projection of the Third,fourth,or