How far should the knee be flexed for the tangential projection (Settegast method) of the patella when done in the prone position?
1)50 to 60 degrees from the table
2)As much as possible
3)Until the patella is perpendicular
A) 1 and 2
B) 1 and 3
C) 2 and 3
D) 1, 2, and 3

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The knee should be flexed as much as possible to allow the patella to be perpendicular to the IR for the Settegast method.

How Far Should the Knee Be Flexed for the Tangential