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What is the purpose of patient screening before an MRI examination?
What is the purpose of patient screening before an MRI examination?
- To identify any history or implants that may contraindicate the scan (correct)
- To determine the patient's favorite color
- To ask about the patient's favorite hobbies
- To establish the patient's age and gender
Why is it mandatory to remove all loose metallic objects before an MRI scan?
Why is it mandatory to remove all loose metallic objects before an MRI scan?
- Because they may cause the machine to malfunction
- Because they may cause the patient discomfort
- Because they may react with the contrast agents
- Because they may interfere with the quality of the scan (correct)
Under what circumstances are female patients of childbearing age within the first trimester scanned during an MRI examination?
Under what circumstances are female patients of childbearing age within the first trimester scanned during an MRI examination?
- If the patient is not aware of the pregnancy
- If there is a life-threatening reason to do so (correct)
- If the patient consents to the scan
- If the patient is willing to sign a waiver
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