Positioning The Patient - Vatech PAX-I User Manual

6. Acquiring PANO Images
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Positioning the Patient

Before Positioning the Patient
■ Ask the patient to remove all jewelry and metallic objects, such as earrings,
hairpins, spectacles, dentures, and orthodontic appliances. These items
may cause shadow images which could obscure diagnosis.
■ It is strongly recommended that the patient wear a lead apron for protection
against any possible scatter radiation.
■ Adjust the column height to the patient's height using the up/down button or
switch (optional).
Column up/down buttons on the
handle frame
- In general, imaging is performed with the patient in
an upright position. However, a stool may be used for
imaging patients with special circumstances. If a stool is
used, ensure that the beams and movement of the unit
are not obstructed by the stool
NOTE
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- Correct positioning is an important factor in capturing
the best possible image. Proper positioning will reduce
the appearance of the cervical spine in the image.
If you don't adjust the beams for patient alignment (vertical,
horizontal, and canine beams), part of the image may be
CAUTION
zoomed in or out or a ghost may appear in the image.
Be careful not to project the laser beams directly into the
patient's eyes as this could severely damage the patient's
WARNING
vision.
UP
DOWN
Column up/down switch
(optional)
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