Medical Imaging Science: Emergency Spine Slide 12 Quiz

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What is the primary responsibility of therapeutic radiographers in the context of cancer treatment?

Performing ultrasound imaging
Interpreting emergency spine X-rays
Conducting MRI scans
Managing and caring for cancer patients during radiotherapy (correct)

What type of camera is used in Radiology Theatres for procedures?

Large X-Ray camera (C-arm) (correct)
Ultrasound machine
CT scan machine
MRI machine

What is the main function of the radiographer during medical procedures in Radiology Theatres?

Administering contrast imaging agents
Monitoring radiation safety and moving equipment (correct)
Interpreting CT scan images
Performing MRI scans

When does a therapeutic radiographer have lead responsibility for cancer patients?

During pre-treatment, treatment delivery, and immediate post-treatment phases (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant responsibility of the Radiographer as mentioned in the text?

Monitoring the patient during imaging procedures (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does a career in Diagnostic Radiography involve according to the text?

Spending time in various clinical environments (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what way has the role of the Radiographer evolved according to the text?

It has developed increasing importance in radiology operations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the undergraduate course in Diagnostic Radiography mentioned in the text?

Including periods of time in CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and Radiology Theatres (B) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of approach is needed for the responsibilities in radiology as per the text?

Multitalented approach (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a radiographer?

Interpreting medical images (A) Signup and view all the answers

What knowledge is essential for a radiographer?

Knowledge of radiography terminology, anatomy, and pathology (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of scans does a radiographer help produce?

CT scans (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must a radiographer be aware of in their work?

Medico-legal issues (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the frequent procedures that a radiographer deals with?

Medical imaging for diagnosis & treatment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of fluoroscopy mentioned in the text?

Low radiation dose ingestion/injection of contrast (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a Hysterosalpingogram as described in the text?

To evaluate the endometrial canal and fallopian tubes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Bone Scan in nuclear medicine as mentioned in the text?

Detection of bone infections, tumors, and fractures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major advantage of ultrasound imaging mentioned in the text?

Real-time imaging (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of ultrasound imaging mentioned in the text?

Inability to penetrate every structure like bone and air-containing organs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of CT angiography as described in the text?

Significant opacification of blood vessels (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of mammography?

To detect breast cancer at an early stage (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) from conventional nuclear medicine planar imaging?

It provides true 3D information (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between SPECT and mammography?

SPECT provides 3D information, while mammography provides only 2D images (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a diagnostic mammogram for women presenting with clinical evidence of breast disease?

To demonstrate suspicious areas seen on screening mammograms (D) Signup and view all the answers

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