Imaging Flashcards
1
Q
What is an X-Ray?
A
an electromagnetic packet of energy with a short wavelength
2
Q
What equipment is used in X-Rays?
A
An electron gun and emulsion which displays the image
3
Q
What material absorbs X Rays the most?
A
Bone
4
Q
What is ultrasound used to scan?
A
Soft tissue and fetuses
5
Q
What does a CT Scan do?
A
Takes a series of 2 dimensional X-Ray images around a single axis to make a 3D image of the patient
6
Q
What 2 things does fluoroscopy use?
A
X-Rays and a fluorescent screen
7
Q
What are the risks of using iodinated contrast media?
A
Can cause kidney failure