DX PROCEDURES: IMAGING TESTS HUHU

Question 1

Examines upper part of the digestive system
o Esophagus
o Stomach
o Duodenum

Answer 1

Barium Swallow - Upper GI Series

Question 2

barium swallow upper GI series

NPO for how many hrs?

Answer 2

6hrs prior to procedure

Following the test, the pt is given a laxative to quicken the elimination of the barium

Question 2

Examines structures, position, peristaltic activity, and motility of the organs

Helps detect
o Ulcers
o Hiatal hernias
o Tumors
o Abnormal anatomy
o Malposition
o Inflammation

Answer 2

Barium Swallow - Upper GI Series

Question 3

Examines
o Rectum
o Large intestine
o Lower part of the small intestine

Used to detect
o Colon polyps
o Tumors
o Chronic inflammatory bowel disease

Answer 3

Barium Enema - Lower GI Series

Question 4

Barium Enema - Lower GI Series

Prior to procedure

Answer 4

Bowel cleansing with laxatives and/or enema

Question 5

Barium Enema - Lower GI Series

Diet

Answer 5

Liquid diet for 24hrs prior to procedure then remain NPO for 8hrs

Question 6

Another diagnostic imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves that bounce off organs and are electronically converted to computer images

Reveals organ size, shape, and position

Assists in diagnosing
o Cysts
o Tumors
o Stones

Answer 6

Ultrasonography

Question 7

Ultrasonography

NPO for how many hrs?

Answer 7

8-12hrs

Question 8

Preferred procedure especially for diagnosing gallbladder disease since it does not expose the pt to radiation and it is painless and safe

Answer 8

Ultrasonography

Question 9

An imaging test that uses multiple x-rays to make detailed images of the body

Answer 9

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan

Question 10

Computer reconstructs data into two-dimensional images to show details of bones, muscles, fat, and organs

Uses to assess problems of
o Gallbladder
o Biliary ductal system
o Pancreas

Answer 10

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan

Question 11

Combines CT scan with the injection of contrast media to emphasize differences in tissue density in the pancreas and better visualize the biliary tract

The pt should be assessed for allergies to
o Iodine
o Seafood
o Contrast medium

Remain NPO for 8-12hrs before the test

Answer 11

CT Angiography

Question 12

Uses strong magnetic fields, radiofrequencies, and a computer

Detailed images of
o Organs
o Soft tissues
o Bone
o All other structure within the body

Painless and it does not involve x-ray

Answer 12

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Question 13

Claustrophobic patients may need a sedative to help them relax

All metal objects must be removed from the MRI room

Patients with pacemakers, metal clips, or rods in the body cannot have an MRI done

Answer 13

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Question 14

Radioactive material introduced into the body

Special camera used to detect radioactivity

Produces images of the GI tract

Answer 14

GI Nuclear Scan

Question 15

5 Types of GI Nuclear Scans

Answer 15

A. Radioactive material injected into a vein for:

1. GI Bleeding Scan
2. Liver-Spleen Scan
3. Gallbladder Nuclear Scan

B. Radioactive material is ingested orally for:

1. Gastroesophageal reflux scan
2. Gastric emptying scan

Question 16

Tests valuable for detecting:
o Gallbladder disease
o Tumors
o GI bleeding
o Liver function and abnormalities
o Other digestive disorders

Answer 16

GI Nuclear Scan

Question 17

X-ray examination of the bile ducts

Uses contrast medium to locate and identify:
o Stones
o Strictures
o Tumors

Answer 17

Cholangiography

Question 18

Radiopaque dye may be administered by IV or injected directly into the common bile duct

Patients remains NPO for 8hrs before the test, and typically rests in bed about 6hrs after the test

Answer 18

Cholangiography