Nuclear Medicine Flashcards
What is nuclear medicine?
A medical specialty that uses radioactive substances for diagnosis and treatment.
True or False: Nuclear medicine can only be used for diagnostic purposes.
False
What type of imaging technique is commonly used in nuclear medicine?
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)
Fill in the blank: In nuclear medicine, __________ are used to visualize the function of organs.
radiopharmaceuticals
What is a radiopharmaceutical?
A radioactive compound used for diagnosis or treatment in nuclear medicine.
Which organ is commonly assessed using thyroid scans in nuclear medicine?
Thyroid gland
True or False: Nuclear medicine imaging provides information about the structure of organs.
False
What is the primary advantage of nuclear medicine over conventional imaging?
It provides functional information about organs and tissues.
What is the main purpose of a bone scan in nuclear medicine?
To detect bone diseases and abnormalities.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a use of nuclear medicine? A) Cancer treatment B) Blood pressure measurement C) Bone imaging
B) Blood pressure measurement
What safety measures are typically taken in nuclear medicine?
Use of shielding, limiting exposure time, and maintaining distance from radioactive sources.
Fill in the blank: The process of __________ involves the administration of a radioactive substance to the patient.
radiolabeling
What is the role of a nuclear medicine technologist?
To prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals and operate imaging equipment.
True or False: Nuclear medicine can help in evaluating the effectiveness of cancer treatment.
True
What type of radiation is primarily used in nuclear medicine?
Gamma radiation
What is the term for the decay of radioactive isotopes in nuclear medicine?
Radioactive decay
Multiple Choice: Which imaging modality provides the best anatomical detail? A) SPECT B) PET C) CT
C) CT
What is the significance of half-life in nuclear medicine?
It determines how long a radiopharmaceutical remains active in the body.
What is a common radiopharmaceutical used in myocardial perfusion studies?
Technetium-99m
Fill in the blank: Nuclear medicine is particularly useful in __________ diseases.
metabolic
True or False: All patients undergoing nuclear medicine procedures require hospitalization.
False
What is the purpose of a gallium scan in nuclear medicine?
To detect infections and tumors.
What is the main ethical concern associated with nuclear medicine?
Radiation exposure to patients and healthcare providers.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a limitation of nuclear medicine? A) High cost B) Limited availability C) Radiation exposure D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What does a PET scan primarily measure?
Metabolic activity and function of tissues.
