contrast media Flashcards
1
Q
we can add exogenous contrast media through
A
GI tract and vascular system
2
Q
the 2 type of contrast
A
Iodine and barium sulfate
3
Q
what is the Enteral Route
A
Oral to Rectal
4
Q
negative contrast have low or high atomic number
A
LOW
5
Q
barium atomic number
A
56
6
Q
Iodine atomic number
A
53
7
Q
oxygen atomic number
A
8
8
Q
Barium is a solution or suspension
A
suspension , needs to be shaken up before use
9
Q
flocculation
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may clump up
10
Q
barium is hygroscopic meaning
A
it absorbs water
11
Q
the 2 risks of barium
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perforation/ aspiration
12
Q
water Iodine is a —— ready to go
A
solution
13
Q
properties of Iodine
A
solution, viscous , attracts water
14
Q
if Iodinated water-soluble is safest , why isn’t it use more?
A
cost 2-3 times more than Monet than barium
