Abdominal: X-rays For Medical Students

: Most AXRs are performed in the supine position with an anteroposterior (AP) projection. Check for adequate coverage from the diaphragm to the pubic symphysis.

: Confirm the patient's name, date of birth, and the time/date the radiograph was taken. Abdominal X-rays for Medical Students

: AXRs are typically ordered for suspected bowel obstruction , perforation (though erect chest X-rays are better for free air), foreign bodies, or renal tract calculi. 2. Systematic Interpretation (ABCDE System) : Most AXRs are performed in the supine