MRI Safety (PA) Questions and Answers Latest Update Graded A+

MRI Safety (PA) Questions and Answers Latest Update Graded A+ Which safety measure is essential before allowing a patient into the MRI suite? A. Checking for prior MRI experience B. Ensuring the patient has eaten C. Screening for metallic implants D. All of the above What should be done if a patient experiences anxiety during an MRI scan? A. Stop the scan immediately B. Provide calming reassurance C. Offer noise-canceling headphones or sedation if necessary D. Ask the patient to hold their breath Why are ferromagnetic objects prohibited in the MRI suite? A. They can become dangerous projectiles B. They cause severe image distortion C. They interfere with RF signals 2 D. They reduce scan time What is the primary risk of an MRI contrast agent for patients with kidney disease? A. Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis B. Radiation exposure C. Increased body temperature D. Lowered blood pressure Which personnel should have MRI safety training? A. Only radiologists B. Only MRI technologists C. All staff entering the MRI environment D. Only patients with implants What is the purpose of an MRI safety zone system? A. To label emergency exits B. To control access and reduce safety risks C. To organize the MRI workspace 3 D. To separate different imaging modalities Which of the following is true about pacemakers in MRI? A. All pacemakers are MRI-safe B. MRI has no effect on pacemakers C. Some pacemakers are conditional, while others are unsafe D. Pacemakers enhance MRI images What should a patient with a history of metal fragments in the eye undergo before an MRI? A. An orbital X-ray B. A neurological exam C. A cardiac stress test D. A contrast injection Why must hearing protection be provided during MRI scans? A. To improve patient relaxation B. To prevent hearing damage from loud gradient noise C. To enhance scan efficiency 4 D. To block outside noise interference Which factor affects the strength of the projectile effect in MRI? A. Magnetic field strength B. Patient’s weight C. Scan duration D. Room temperature What should be done if a fire breaks out in the MRI room? A. Use a standard fire extinguisher B. Shut down the magnet and remove all patients C. Use a non-ferromagnetic fire extinguisher and evacuate safely D. Keep the scan running to maintain safety protocols