Antiperistaltic Pharmaceuticals in MRI
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What is the primary reason antiperistaltic medications are prescribed to patients?

  • To improve the quality of MRI scans
  • To relieve stomach cramps resulting from IBS
  • To soothe bladder and uterine cramps
  • To decrease motion artifact from the bowels in abdominal imaging (correct)

    • Which of the following is a common generic or brand name for an antiperistaltic agent used in MRI?

  • Acetaminophen
  • Glucagon (correct)
  • Ibuprofen
  • Aspirin

    • What is a potential adverse side effect of hyoscine butylbromide (Buscopan)?

  • Drowsiness
  • Diarrhea
  • Dry mouth, tachycardia, blurred vision (correct)
  • Nausea

    • What are the common routes of administration for antiperistaltic medications?

    <p>Oral and intravenous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are antiperistaltic medications relevant to MRI technologists?

    <p>They help improve the quality of MRI images by decreasing motion artifact.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common administration route for buscopan?

    <p>Oral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended administration time for the 20mg/1ml buscopan ampules?

    <p>2 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which side effect may occur if buscopan is administered too quickly?

    <p>Heart palpitations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of medication is used to reduce bowel motility?

    <p>Antiperistaltic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for an MRI technologist to be familiar with buscopan and related medications?

    <p>They are commonly used in certain imaging protocols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Buscopan (hyoscine butylbromide) in MRI scans?

    <p>To reduce peristaltic bowel movements for clearer imaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which route of administration is commonly used for Buscopan in MRI procedures?

    <p>Intravenous or intramuscular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is a contraindication for Buscopan use?

    <p>Acute angle closure glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a rare but potential side effect of Buscopan?

    <p>Small blisters on hands and feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patient group should exercise caution when taking Buscopan?

    <p>Patients with myasthenia gravis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of administering Buscopan (hyoscine butylbromide) during an MRI scan?

    <p>To relax the biliary tract and reduce spasms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of Buscopan when administered via intramuscular injection?

    <p>Nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Buscopan (hyoscine butylbromide) help improve image quality during an MRI scan?

    <p>It relaxes the biliary tract and reduces spasms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended administration route for Buscopan (hyoscine butylbromide) during an MRI procedure?

    <p>Intramuscular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of peristalsis in the digestive system during an MRI scan?

    <p>To cause motion artifacts that can interfere with the MRI images</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of peristalsis in the digestive system?

    <p>To move food and waste through the gastrointestinal tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ is primarily responsible for peristalsis in the biliary tract?

    <p>Sphincter of Oddi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of administering Buscopan (hyoscine butylbromide) during an MRI scan?

    <p>To reduce peristalsis and bowel movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of Buscopan tablets?

    <p>Dry mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ is responsible for producing bile, a fluid essential for digestion in the biliary tract?

    <p>Liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common route of administration for Buscopan?

    <p>Intrathecal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of antiperistaltic medications like Buscopan?

    <p>Inhibiting intestinal contractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of administering Buscopan too quickly?

    <p>Heart palpitations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Buscopan tablets are primarily used for which of the following conditions?

    <p>Reducing intestinal spasms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of medication mentioned in the text?

    <p>Prokinetic agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used to reduce peristalsis and gastrointestinal motility during imaging procedures?

    <p>Hyoscine butylbromide (Buscopan)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of antispasmodic medications like Buscopan?

    <p>Blocking the action of acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which route of administration is commonly used for Buscopan (hyoscine butylbromide) in imaging procedures?

    <p>Both IV and IM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is primarily used to treat diarrhea by reducing peristalsis in the intestines?

    <p>Loperamide (Imodium)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication can act on both skeletal and smooth muscles, reducing spasticity and muscle contractions?

    <p>Baclofen (Lioresal)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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