MRI

Question 1

What does MRI stand for?

Answer 1

magnetic resonance imaging

Question 2

What does an MRI provide?

Answer 2

visualization of structure and function of organs, thin slice of cross-sectional anatomy

Question 3

MRI is __________ to other imaging.

Answer 3

superior to other imaging for soft tissues

Question 4

What is a safety concern with MRIs?

Answer 4

potential projectile effect with metal objects within vicinity of machine

Question 5

MRI does not use ___________.

Answer 5

radiation

Question 6

What is needed for MRI?

Answer 6

anesthesia is needed

Question 7

What is magnetic strength measured in?

Answer 7

tesla (T)

Question 8

What are shims?

Answer 8

pieces or plates of metal used to correct the magnetic field within the magnet

Question 9

What contrast is used for MRI?

Answer 9

gadolinium

Question 10

Gadolinium is removed by the __________ so assessment before MRI is important.

Answer 10

kidneys

Question 11

What are various shades of grey are referred to as?

Answer 11

signal intensities