As you prepare to complete a portable chest radiograph on a patient with possible congestive heart failure, you notice several tubes and lines going into the patient.Prior to making the exposure, you should

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It's important to ensure that tubes and lines do not obscure critical anatomy on radiographic images. Adjusting kVp does not address the issue of potential obstruction of anatomical structures by these objects. Therefore, asking a nurse to move the lines out of the image area, if possible and safe for the patient, is the correct approach to avoid interference with the diagnostic quality of the image. Moving the lines yourself (option C) could risk patient safety or alter the function of the lines, hence it's better to involve clinical staff who are responsible for the patient's care.

As You Prepare to Complete a Portable Chest Radiograph on a Patient