A patient enters the ED with a possible blow-out fracture involving the orbits.The patient is restricted to a backboard because of trauma.Which of the following positioning routines should be performed?

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The best choice for imaging a possible blow-out fracture involving the orbits in a patient who is restricted to a backboard due to trauma is the AP modified acanthioparietal and horizontal beam lateral facial bone projections. These projections provide specific views of the facial bones, including the orbits, while also allowing the patient to remain on the backboard to minimize movement and further injury. The other options either do not provide adequate views of the facial bones or require more movement from the patient, which may be contraindicated in the setting of trauma.

A Patient Enters the ED with a Possible Blow-Out Fracture