A patient enters the ED with a possible ascites.The patient is ambulatory.Which one of the following projections of the acute abdomen series will best demonstrate this condition?

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The AP erect position is best for demonstrating free air under the diaphragm or air-fluid levels, which can be indicative of ascites, as it allows any fluid in the abdomen to settle and air to rise, creating a clearer image of the separation between fluid and air.

A Patient Enters the ED with a Possible Ascites