CAT Scans

Question 1

name the 9 procedures performed in the CAT Scan Department

Answer 1

1. head scan
2. neck scan
3. spinal scan
4. chest scan
5. abdominal scan
6. pelvic scan
7. extremity scan
8. CT guided fine needle aspiration or biopsy
9. CT guided drain tube insertion

Question 2

a CAT Scan cannot be performed if the patient has been given what?

Answer 2

a contrast medium for a radiology procedure in the LAST FEW DAYS prior

• book CAT Scan before radiology

Question 3

which 2 CAT Scans require patient consent?

Answer 3

1. CT guided fine needle aspiration or biopsy

2. CT guided drain tube insertion

Question 4

what do ALL CAT Scan procedures require before hand?

Answer 4

3 hr fasting prep

Question 5

which exams require an oral contrast medium?

Answer 5

• abdominal and pelvic CAT Scans
• gastrografin contrast medium
• NUC informs nurse