I can't say why her docs did the CXR but they always do them to look and see if there are any infiltrates to look for pneumonia and other things (masses) They start here to rule things out.
Tami, I am red hot about your mom's MD office saying you can't get that?? Not true, I dispute what they are telling you FULLY. Good thing she's in the hospital, now YOU go find a care coordinator there and they will get you what you need honey. Sorry they are misleading you and I'm so glad you will be with her soon. Keep us informed.