XRay Interpretation
1. Check Written Information 1. Patient Name 2. Exam Date and Time 3. Technician Notations (e.g. Expiration film) 2. Patient Position 1. Supine 2. Semiupright 3. Erect 3. Patient Alignment 1. Rotation 2. Lordosis or kyphosis 4. Penetration 1. Over-penetration: Dark films 1. Consider using "bright-light" to see details 2. Under-penetration: White films 5. Systematic Review 1. Prowl the film 1. View film from different angles and distances 2. Establish strong, even illumination 1. Turn off surrounding light panels 2. Dim room lights