What the patient can expect
How the technology works
Reid Coughlan
Clinical Applications
Radiation Safety
100

Only a woman can take this before a fluoroscopy

What is a pregnancy test?
100

These injections help the stem cells healing process.

What are MSC injections?

100

The city he is from

What is Kelowna, British Columbia

100

Describe a typical process where medical device placement is guided by fluoroscopy.

The implantation of pacemaker leads or central venous catheters is frequently guided by fluoroscopy.

100

In terms of radiation safety concepts, what does ALARA stand for?

The acronym ALARA, which stands for "As Low As Reasonably Achievable," highlights the idea of limiting radiation exposure to both staff and patients.

200

Three parts of the digestive system that get checked during a fluoroscopy

What is stomach, large intestine, small intestine?

200

It helps identify

It identifies areas that are closed off

200

The College/University he attented

What is College of of New Caledonia?

200

In what ways does fluoroscopy help with gastrointestinal problems diagnosis and treatment?

Real-time vision of the digestive tract is made possible via fluoroscopy, which helps with the detection of illnesses such intestinal blockages, GERD, and diseases related to dysphagia.

200

How can radiation exposure during fluoroscopy operations be reduced with the use of lead shielding?

Employees can wear lead shielding, such as thyroid shields and lead aprons, to lessen the radiation exposure of critical organs during fluoroscopy treatments.

300

Consumption of this, prior to the operation, helps the outcome be found faster

What is contrast dye?

300

Navigates __ to preselected targets

What is injection carethers?

300

Studied the general medical field of ____

What is Medical Radiography?

300

How is fluoroscopy used in orthopaedic treatments, such as reduction and fixation of fractures?

During orthopedic surgeries, fluoroscopy offers real-time imaging guidance that makes it possible to precisely visualize bone alignment and hardware placement for fracture reduction and fixation treatments.

300

Explain the idea of cumulative radiation exposure and what it means for medical practitioners who use fluoroscopy on a regular basis.

The entire amount of radiation accumulated over time is referred to as cumulative radiation exposure. Performing fluoroscopy treatments on a regular basis exposes healthcare personnel to cumulative radiation exposure, which may raise their risk of acquiring health disorders related to radiation.

400

You may lose consciousness because of this during the operation or examination 

What is an amnesiac?

400

Test occurred in a similar to human body, mammal

What is a pig?

400

Current occupation of Coughlan

What is Junior Medical Sales Cunsultant at Depuy Synthes?

400

Give an example of a sophisticated interventional procedure, like radiofrequency ablation or vertebroplasty, that makes use of fluoroscopy guidance.

Utilizing fluoroscopy guidance, advanced interventional treatments such as vertebroplasty, which stabilizes spinal compression fractures, and radiofrequency ablation, which treats malignancies, are performed.

400

Describe the significance of appropriate certification and training for fluoroscopy operators in maintaining radiation safety.

The danger of radiation-related injuries to patients and staff is decreased when fluoroscopy operators have received the necessary training and certification, which guarantees that they comprehend radiation safety concepts, equipment operation, and dose optimization techniques.

500

Used to see through the body during the operation

What is an X-Ray?

500

It injects areas safely with areas that are quickly shut

What is freshly closed spots?
500

Previous company Coughlan worked at

What is Interior Health Authority?

500

What are the benefits of utilizing rotating fluoroscopy in three dimensions (3D) for intricate interventional procedures?

By precisely positioning devices and offering improved visibility of intricate anatomical features, 3D rotating fluoroscopy lowers procedure risks and improves results.

500

What are some methods for tracking and monitoring the dosage during fluoroscopy procedures?

Utilizing dose tracking software, keeping track of fluoroscopy time, and routinely going over radiation dose data are some methods for managing dosage.

M
e
n
u