18 Questions
What is the required ceiling height for the imaging department according to the text?
10 feet
Which type of glass is recommended for observation windows in the structural lay-out and design?
Lead-treated glass
What equipment is NOT mentioned as part of the General Angiographic Room contents?
Physiologic recorders
What is a required feature of the wall height in the imaging department according to the text?
7 feet with 1mm lead
What type of room connection is specified in the structural lay-out and design?
Door connecting the theater room to the control room
What is NOT listed as a content of the Control Room?
Ultrasonic cleaning unit
How big should the doors be in order to accommodate a hospital bed?
Large doors for stretcher or gurney access
What size should the emergency equipment area be according to the text?
500 square feet
What must a generator for angiography/DSA unit be capable of?
Producing short exposures at a high flux level
Which feature is essential for the X-ray tube used in angiography/DSA units?
Small focal spot
What was introduced by Philips Co. in 1955 as part of angiography equipment?
Image intensifier
What type of imaging equipment must be ceiling mounted?
Television and Camera
In angiography/DSA units, what does the image processor primarily do?
Changes incoming line voltage
What is the standard resolution for frames in the imaging system described?
525 lines/frame
What is the minimum required signal-to-noise ratio for the imaging system?
1000:1
What is the purpose of an Analog-to-Digital Converter in the imaging system?
To convert analog images to digital format
What is the purpose of the angiographic table in the imaging system?
To allow movement of the patient without being repositioned
What is the advantage of a flat panel detector (FPD) over traditional imaging systems?
It can combine film/screen and fluoroscopic imaging systems
Test your knowledge on the structural layout and design considerations for medical facilities, including conventional imaging departments, processing areas, and surgical rooms. Topics include size requirements, ceilings, walls, and door specifications.
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