8.
For both the AP and lateral leg part position, the ankle and knee joints should be
equidistance from the ends of the film so that:
a. The leg is adequately immobilized.
b. Both joints are included.
c.
The ankle and knee are in more or less the same plane.
d. Physicians can diagnose fractures of the joints.
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