How is the IR positioned for a lateral sternum?
A) Top of the IR is at C7-T1.
B) Top of the IR is at T3.
C) Top of the IR is 1 $1 / 2$ inches above the jugular notch.
D) Top of the IR is 2 inches above the jugular notch.

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For a lateral sternum, the top of the IR is positioned 1 1/2 inches above the jugular notch. This allows for visualization of the entire sternum. Option A is incorrect because it would be too high and cut off the top portion of the sternum. Option B is incorrect because it would be too low and cut off the bottom portion of the sternum. Option D is also incorrect because it would be too high and cut off the top portion of the sternum.

How Is the IR Positioned for a Lateral Sternum? A) 1/21 / 21/2

How Is the IR Positioned for a Lateral Sternum?
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