A 3-year-old patient comes to radiology for an abdominal study.Even with careful instructions and immobilization, the patient is having difficulty holding still.Which of the following should be done to minimize motion on the radiograph?

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Using a shorter exposure time will minimize the amount of time the patient needs to stay still, reducing the chances of motion artifact. Increasing kV or decreasing SID will not address motion, and asking another radiographer to help hold the patient could potentially increase motion due to more people being in the room.

A 3-Year-Old Patient Comes to Radiology for an Abdominal Study