Chapter 7 Pediatric Imaging

Question 1

List four considerations the technologist must incorporate into communication with a child.

Answer 1

• Establish eye-level contact
• Explain the exam to child when applicable
• Establish a rapport with child or parent
• Requires a sensitive approach toward the parent or guardian

Question 2

Describe the variations in communication the technologists must use in communicating with adolescent.

Answer 2

• Use effective communication
• Educate the patient
• Maintain privacy
• Use simple terms
• If child asks for a parent comply

Question 3

Describe symptoms that a child may display that may indicate abuse.

Answer 3

Physical abuse and neglect, emotional abuse, sexual abuse

Question 4

When caring for a pediatric patient, the best method of transport is always:

Answer 4

Depends on distance involved and the age of child

Question 5

When caring for a 6 year old child, the radiographer should:

Answer 5

Be friendly, honest, and concise in your explanation to the child

Question 6

At what age is a child considered an infant, toddler, preschooler, and school age.

Answer 6

Neonate (birth to 28 days)
Infant (1-12 months)
Toddler (1-3 years)
Preschooler (3-6 years)
School Age (6-12 years)

Question 7

When interviewing a teenager, list the main points that should be included.

Answer 7

• Maintain patients concern
• Explain procedure
• Educate patient
• Identify patient

Question 8

Name two commercially available immobilizers.

Answer 8

• sandbags, lead, tape
• Pigg O Stat (usually for chest x-ray)
• sheet immobilizers
• mummy style sheet wrap

Question 9

For a cystourethrogram, what does the Image Gently campaign recommend for patient safety?

Answer 9

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