Lower GI Contrast Studies + Urogram

Question 1

Barium and Iodine are also the agents used for a lower GI contrast study. The contrast form must be _________

Answer 1

Liquid

Question 2

During a lower GI contrast study, barium should not be used if there are ____________ and it’s important to remember that iodine __________

Answer 2

Perforations
Dilutes

Question 3

Positions for a lower GI contrast study

Answer 3

lateral VD DV

Question 4

Preparation for a lower GI (5)

Answer 4

1. Fasting
2. Enema well in advance
3. Sedation for feline
4. Foley catheter
5. Barium 10-15 mL/ kg

Question 5

What should be done upon completion of a lower GI contrast study

Answer 5

Empty colon of contrast and remove foley

Question 6

What is an excretory urogram

Answer 6

A contrast study of the kidney, ureters, and bladder

Question 7

Contrast agent for excretory urogram

Answer 7

Iodine agents intravenously

Question 8

Risks associated with intravenous iodine

Answer 8

mild to severe systemic reactions (can be prevented with proper physical assessment and hydration)

Question 9

Three stages of an excretory urogram

Answer 9

1. Nephrogram (immediate)
2. Plyelogram (5-10 min +/- abdomen band)
3. Drainage (20 min, remove band)

Question 10

Pyleogram

Answer 10

Renall pelvis
5-10 min after administration +/- abdomen band