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?

Opioid analgesics Signup and view all the answers

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

Anaphylaxis Signup and view all the answers

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

Gadolinium-based contrasts Signup and view all the answers

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

Memory impairments Signup and view all the answers

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

Gadolinium-based contrasts Signup and view all the answers

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

Respiratory depression Signup and view all the answers

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

Benzodiazepines 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?

Diphenhydramine Signup and view all the answers

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

MRI scans Signup and view all the answers

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

Drowsiness Signup and view all the answers

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

Blurred vision Signup and view all the answers

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

Memory impairments Signup and view all the answers

Common Medications in Radiography

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