Before Taking a Magnetic Resonance Image (MRI),the Patient Asks Why

question 8

Multiple Choice

Before taking a magnetic resonance image (MRI) ,the patient asks why metal objects and the MRI machine are such concerns.The nurse's best explanation is that the MRI machine will:

• A) Cause metal objects to spark, similar to a microwave
• B) Deactivate the battery in a pacemaker
• C) Cause metal to heat up and burn the patient
• D) Not transmit clear data if metal is present
• E) Attract any metal into the MRI chamber

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Definitions:

Reducing Exposure

Involves taking measures to decrease the likelihood of coming into contact with harmful substances or environments.

Lead Shielding

The use of lead as a barrier to protect against X-rays and other forms of radiation, commonly used in medical and nuclear applications.

Dosimeter

An instrument used to measure dose uptake of external ionizing radiation exposure for personal monitoring.

X-ray Films

Photographic or digital images produced by X-rays passing through objects or tissues, used in medicine to visualize internal structures.