MRI Registry Review Questions (MRI
Safety) Questions and Answers Already
Passed
What is the main risk associated with ferromagnetic objects in the MRI room?
A. Increased scan time
B. Artifacts in the image
C. Noise interference
✔✔D. Projectile hazard
Which group of patients is at the highest risk for MRI-related thermal injuries?
A. Patients with a history of seizures
✔✔B. Patients with implanted electronic devices
C. Patients with claustrophobia
D. Patients with motion sickness
Why must all metallic objects be removed before entering the MRI suite?
✔✔A. To prevent them from becoming projectiles
B. To enhance image contrast
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,C. To increase patient comfort
D. To reduce radiofrequency (RF) heating
Which type of MRI zone is strictly controlled and requires screening for entry?
A. Zone I
B. Zone II
✔✔C. Zone III
D. Zone IV
What is the primary reason for using ear protection in MRI?
A. To block out RF energy
✔✔B. To protect against high noise levels from gradient coils
C. To prevent dizziness
D. To enhance patient relaxation
Which of the following is considered an absolute contraindication for an MRI scan?
✔✔A. A patient with a pacemaker that is not MRI-compatible
B. A patient with dental fillings
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, C. A patient with a history of migraines
D. A patient with a knee replacement older than 10 years
Which material is considered safe to bring into the MRI environment?
✔✔A. Non-ferromagnetic titanium
B. Stainless steel surgical instruments
C. Copper wiring
D. Standard aluminum oxygen tanks
Why are patients screened for tattoos before an MRI scan?
A. To assess allergic reactions
✔✔B. To avoid potential skin burns due to metallic pigments
C. To check for image distortion
D. To ensure accurate positioning
What should be done if a patient experiences anxiety or claustrophobia during an MRI scan?
A. Reschedule the exam
✔✔B. Offer mild sedation if necessary
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Safety) Questions and Answers Already
Passed
What is the main risk associated with ferromagnetic objects in the MRI room?
A. Increased scan time
B. Artifacts in the image
C. Noise interference
✔✔D. Projectile hazard
Which group of patients is at the highest risk for MRI-related thermal injuries?
A. Patients with a history of seizures
✔✔B. Patients with implanted electronic devices
C. Patients with claustrophobia
D. Patients with motion sickness
Why must all metallic objects be removed before entering the MRI suite?
✔✔A. To prevent them from becoming projectiles
B. To enhance image contrast
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,C. To increase patient comfort
D. To reduce radiofrequency (RF) heating
Which type of MRI zone is strictly controlled and requires screening for entry?
A. Zone I
B. Zone II
✔✔C. Zone III
D. Zone IV
What is the primary reason for using ear protection in MRI?
A. To block out RF energy
✔✔B. To protect against high noise levels from gradient coils
C. To prevent dizziness
D. To enhance patient relaxation
Which of the following is considered an absolute contraindication for an MRI scan?
✔✔A. A patient with a pacemaker that is not MRI-compatible
B. A patient with dental fillings
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, C. A patient with a history of migraines
D. A patient with a knee replacement older than 10 years
Which material is considered safe to bring into the MRI environment?
✔✔A. Non-ferromagnetic titanium
B. Stainless steel surgical instruments
C. Copper wiring
D. Standard aluminum oxygen tanks
Why are patients screened for tattoos before an MRI scan?
A. To assess allergic reactions
✔✔B. To avoid potential skin burns due to metallic pigments
C. To check for image distortion
D. To ensure accurate positioning
What should be done if a patient experiences anxiety or claustrophobia during an MRI scan?
A. Reschedule the exam
✔✔B. Offer mild sedation if necessary
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