Study Guide Armrit Questions And Answer

When does the patient screening begin? - When the MRI tech meets the patient prior to the exam room Which of the following factors is not a part of the formula for calculating the estimated glomerular filtration (eGFR)? - BUN: Blood urea nitrogen Which of the following protocols would be included in an emergency plan for an outpatient MRI facility? - Quench, lock doors, wait for 911 Which of the following contrast agents is most commonly used in MRI? - Blood pool agents IV contrast agents are used in which of the following types of ions as the primary contrast mechanism in MRI? - Gadolinium To form a chelate, a gadolinium ion is chemically bonded with which of the following? - Ligand Gadolinium-based contrast agents used in CT, the incidence of adverse from MRI used gadolinium-based contrast agents are... - Significantly lower Why is administering a gadolinium-based contrast agent to a pregnant patient considered to be high risk? - The contrast agent crosses the placenta to the fetus What is the correct gadolinium-based contrast agent for a patient weighing 100 pounds? - 10.0 mL Per the FDA, the use of gadolinium-based contrast agents should be avoided for patients with a glomerular filtration rate of... - 30 mL/1.73 m2Which of the following is a known adverse reaction and not a side effect of a gadolinium-based contrast admin? - Altered taste A patient with which of the following conditions has the greatest risk for developing nephrogenic systemic fibrosis? - Kidney failure Patient screening forms are to be completed and reviewed by the operating MRI tech before a patient enters which of the following zones? - Zone 3 Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which of the following is the leading cause of hospital-acquired infections? - Improper hand and equipment washing after each use Which of the following best describes the protocol for allowing a family member or friend to accompany? - Individuals must complete screening forms for contradictions and remove any metallic before entering the scan room. For patients who are unresponsive or otherwise answering screening questions, screening is performed by and in consultation with which of the following individuals? - Nurse providing care