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What is the recommended head and shoulders elevation angle for postprocedural monitoring?
What is the recommended head and shoulders elevation angle for postprocedural monitoring?
- 30-45 degrees (correct)
- 90 degrees
- 60-75 degrees
- 15-30 degrees
Which of the following is NOT an indication for myelography?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for myelography?
- Herniated nucleus pulposus
- Tumors
- Increased intracranial pressure (correct)
- Pathological/degenerative changes
What is a contraindication for performing myelography?
What is a contraindication for performing myelography?
- Contrast allergy (correct)
- Recent lumbar puncture within 2 weeks
- Absorption of contrast begins 30 minutes after injection
- Fluids encouraged
When does absorption of contrast begin after injection during myelography?
When does absorption of contrast begin after injection during myelography?
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What imaging is performed during myelography to view the movement of contrast through the spinal canal?
What imaging is performed during myelography to view the movement of contrast through the spinal canal?
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At what time point does contrast become radiographically undetectable after injection during myelography?
At what time point does contrast become radiographically undetectable after injection during myelography?
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Why might the fluoroscopic table be placed in the Trendelenburg position during myelography?
Why might the fluoroscopic table be placed in the Trendelenburg position during myelography?
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What should be checked before releasing a patient after myelography?
What should be checked before releasing a patient after myelography?
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'Best rest for several hours' after myelography means:
'Best rest for several hours' after myelography means:
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