The swiftest route for introducing medication into the bloodstream is - correct answer ✔✔intravenous
A contrast media that is easily penetrated by x ray photons is considered? - correct answer
✔✔radiolucent
The radiologist is responsible for obtaining a patient history prior to a contrast media procedure. (T or F)
- correct answer ✔✔False
In which of the following positions should the patient be placed when an enema tip is being inserted? -
correct answer ✔✔Sims
Contrast media are generally classified as negative or positive contrast agents. (T or F) - correct answer
✔✔True
Barium sulfate is a radiopaque contrast agent that is used for oral and rectal administration to aid in the
diagnosis of ___________________ disorders. - correct answer ✔✔gastrointestinal
Before beginning a procedure, it is the radiology receptionist's responsibility to ask the patient if he/she
followed patient preparation instructions. (T or F) - correct answer ✔✔False
Sedated patients should not receive barium sulfate for an upper GI procedure because of the increased
risk of aspirating the contrast agent. (T or F) - correct answer ✔✔True
The major physical property that determines the absorption of x-ray photons for contrast media is its? -
correct answer ✔✔Atomic Number
Patients should increase their fluid intake after radiographic procedures that use barium sulfate unless
contraindicated. (T or F) - correct answer ✔✔True