Chapter 2: CT Scan: Educating the Patient

Question 1

What is a CT Scan?

Answer 1

A noninvasive test that usually requires no special preparation.

Question 2

What does the patient needs to remove prior the exam?

Answer 2

Earrings, hair ornaments, dental work, hearing aids, and glasses.

Question 3

Does the patient should inform the CT technologist if they are pregnant?

Answer 3

Yes.

Question 4

If an IV contrast is injected, alert the patient about?

Answer 4

A warm sensation all over the body and perhaps a metallic taste in the mouth.

Question 5

Adverse reactions to contrast media can range from hives to anaphylactic which are?

Answer 5

Life-threatening.

Question 6

Renal toxicity is a well-known reaction associated with?

Answer 6

Intravenous contrast material.

Question 7

People who have experienced previous adverse reactions to contrast material or have asthma and allergies have an increased risk for?

Answer 7

Developing a problem and may need pre-treatment with a corticosteroid and diphenhydramine (Benadryl).