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DPX-IQ Operator’s Manual Forearm E-5
Forearm Position
Position the forearm as follows (figure E-7):
• The ulna styloid process is inside the grid (
➊
) and the forearm is centered inside
the red section of the grid (
➋
).
• The patient's shoulder is aligned with the vertical center line (
➌
).
• The patients bones must be parallel to the horizontal lines on the positioner; feel
the patient's bones to make sure they are in the correct position.
Figure E-7. Correct forearm position
E.3 Forearm Image Analysis
NOTE: In most cases, the software will accurately analyze the scan image.
However, unusual anatomy or incorrect patient positioning may
require you to complete manual adjustments to the scan image, such
as ROI or edgemarker positions.
The procedure that follows gives the basic steps necessary to complete a forearm
image analysis. Refer to section E.4 for more information.
1. Refer to section 2.4.1 to select a patient scan file for analysis.
2. At the Bone Results screen, select
$
. The Auto Analysis screen is shown.
3. Make sure the Bone and ROI labels are correct. Are changes necessary?
• If yes, select
*
. The Labels screen is shown. Use the options shown on the
screen to change bone and ROI labels.
• If no, continue with step 4.
R
➊
➋
➌