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spaces, apical bullae, and chest rotation. (Reprinted from: Siela D.
COPD, flattened diaphragms, hyperinflation, widened intercostals
2008;19:444-473.) Chest radiograph evaluation and interpretation. AACN Adv Crit Care.
L clavicle appears longer in length than R clavicle Widened intercostal spaces
Trachea appears
deviated to left
Chest X-Ray of COPD Clavicle heads Spinal pedicle Flattened diaphragms
Hyperinflation
5.3 Bullae
