Common Medications in Radiography
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What is the main purpose of contrast media in Radiography procedures?

  • Enhance the contrast of structures or fluids within the body in medical imaging (correct)
  • Reduce anxiety and claustrophobia in patients
  • Prevent pain associated with radiographic procedures
  • Induce sedation in patients
  • Which of the following is a common side effect associated with sedatives used in MRI scans?

  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation
  • Blurred vision
  • Respiratory depression (correct)
  • What is a potential effect of antihistamines administered pre-procedurally before certain radiology procedures?

  • Respiratory depression (correct)
  • Memory impairments
  • Kidney function impairment
  • Blurred vision
  • Which category of drugs is commonly used to manage pain associated with some radiographic procedures?

    <p>Opioid analgesics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential severe allergic reaction to contrast media used in radiography?

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

    Which type of contrast media is specifically used for MRI scans?

    <p>Gadolinium-based contrasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential side effect of contrast media used in radiography procedures?

    <p>Memory impairments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of contrast media is specifically used for X-rays and CT scans in radiography?

    <p>Gadolinium-based contrasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of sedatives used in MRI scans?

    <p>Respiratory depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug category is commonly used to reduce anxiety and induce sedation before radiographic procedures?

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

    What is an example of a first-generation antihistamine that can be administered pre-procedurally to prevent allergic reactions?

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

    Which imaging modality specifically uses gadolinium-based contrasts for medical imaging?

    <p>MRI scans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a potential side effect of analgesics used to manage pain associated with radiographic procedures?

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

    Among the listed side effects, which one is common after administering second-generation antihistamines pre-procedurally?

    <p>Blurred vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential adverse effect that is rare but can occur after using contrast media in radiography?

    <p>Memory impairments</p> Signup and view all the answers

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