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What is the main indication for a KUB?
What is the main indication for a KUB?
- Detecting kidney stones (correct)
- Monitoring kidney function
- Diagnosing heart conditions
- Assessing lung abnormalities
Which of the following is a contraindication for an Intravenous Pyelography (IVP)?
Which of the following is a contraindication for an Intravenous Pyelography (IVP)?
- Pregnancy (correct)
- Hematuria
- Chronic kidney disease with creatinine <2.0
- Recurrent UTI
What is a limitation associated with a Voiding Cystourethrography (VCUG)?
What is a limitation associated with a Voiding Cystourethrography (VCUG)?
- Uses oral contrast
- Provides detailed imaging of the kidneys
- Does not require contrast media
- Requires the use of a urinary catheter (correct)
Why is Intravenous Pyelography (IVP) not commonly used?
Why is Intravenous Pyelography (IVP) not commonly used?
In a KUB, what does the acronym stand for?
In a KUB, what does the acronym stand for?
What is a potential drawback of a Kidney-Ureter-Bladder (KUB) X-ray?
What is a potential drawback of a Kidney-Ureter-Bladder (KUB) X-ray?
Which of the following is a symptom of contrast-induced nephropathy?
Which of the following is a symptom of contrast-induced nephropathy?
Which condition is reversible?
Which condition is reversible?
Which patient group is at a higher risk of developing contrast-induced nephropathy?
Which patient group is at a higher risk of developing contrast-induced nephropathy?
What is the typical time frame for the onset of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis after exposure to gadolinium?
What is the typical time frame for the onset of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis after exposure to gadolinium?
Which of the following statements about contrast-induced nephropathy is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about contrast-induced nephropathy is incorrect?
What is the recommended action for patients taking metformin after receiving contrast media?
What is the recommended action for patients taking metformin after receiving contrast media?
Which of the following is a contraindication for a voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG)?
Which of the following is a contraindication for a voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG)?
Which of the following statements about a retrograde pyelography (RGP) is correct?
Which of the following statements about a retrograde pyelography (RGP) is correct?
Which of the following is NOT a limitation of a renal ultrasound?
Which of the following is NOT a limitation of a renal ultrasound?
Which of the following is an indication for a CT scan with intravenous contrast?
Which of the following is an indication for a CT scan with intravenous contrast?
Which of the following statements about a CT urogram is correct?
Which of the following statements about a CT urogram is correct?
Which of the following imaging modalities is the preferred test for detecting renal artery stenosis?
Which of the following imaging modalities is the preferred test for detecting renal artery stenosis?
Which of the following statements about MRI in urology/nephrology is correct?
Which of the following statements about MRI in urology/nephrology is correct?
Which of the following statements about an MR urogram is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about an MR urogram is incorrect?
Which of the following is the test of choice for suspected polycystic kidney disease (PCKD)?
Which of the following is the test of choice for suspected polycystic kidney disease (PCKD)?
Which of the following imaging modalities is recommended as the initial test for children and pregnant patients with microhematuria?
Which of the following imaging modalities is recommended as the initial test for children and pregnant patients with microhematuria?
What is the main purpose of a renal scintigraphy?
What is the main purpose of a renal scintigraphy?
Which of the following statements about a captopril renogram is correct?
Which of the following statements about a captopril renogram is correct?
What is the main purpose of a renal angiography?
What is the main purpose of a renal angiography?
Which of the following is a contraindication for a renal angiography?
Which of the following is a contraindication for a renal angiography?
Which of the following is NOT a common use of adrenal scintigraphy?
Which of the following is NOT a common use of adrenal scintigraphy?
What is a disadvantage of a renal angiography compared to other imaging techniques?
What is a disadvantage of a renal angiography compared to other imaging techniques?
