Emphysema: Hyperaeration means that the lungs appear more radiolucent on chest x-ray and over expanded. This is due to enlargement of the airspaces caused by destruction of the walls of the alveoli (air sacs).
A radiographer works with medical imaging equipment (particularly X-rays) to create images of patients that a physician may use in diagnosing injuries and disease. They typically work in hospitals, large clinics or as part of a dedicated radiography business that sees referrals for these procedures.
How to become a radiographer. 1  Compassionate with strong interpersonal skills. 2  Equipped with a technological and scientific background. 3  Accurate and pay close attention to detail. 4  Able to calculate timings of procedures including exposure to radiation. 5  Skilled at placing patients and equipment in the correct position to ensure their safety.