Ultrasound Flashcards
1
Q
What is an ultrasound?
A
Ultrasounds may be used instead of x-rays for certain scans, such as scan of unborn babies.
2
Q
What benefits do ultrasounds have over x rays when used to look at unborn babies?
A
Do not damage living cells
Produce images of soft tissue
3
Q
How can you break down kidney stones?
A
A high powered ultrasound wave is used to break down kidney stones and other stones in the body. The stones vibrate until they shake themselves apart and are then easily passed out of the body via the urethra.
