Radiology Basics
The range of shade of grey between black and white on a radiograph is called_____
What is contrast?
Name one of the MRI contrast agent used in an exam
What is gadolinium, Gadavist
How far away from the primary/useful beam should you stand
What is 6 feet
Which radiologist is about to become a first time grandparent?
Who is Ron Cohen?
How many patient identifiers should be used before performing a radiology examination?
what are at least two approved patient identifiers?
Imaging modality that is commonly used as the initial examination for suspected fractures
What is X-ray?
Uses sound waves to form pictures.
What is ultrasound
What type of screening must be completed before a child enters the MRI scanner room?
What is MRI safety screening?
Which radiologists completed their residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Stanford University.
Who is Ron Cohen?
What exposure factor controls beam penetration?
What is kVp?
Preferred imaging modality for evaluating suspected appendicitis in children as the initial study
What is Ultrasound?
What does CT stand for
What is Computed Tomography?
ALARA stands for
What is as low as reasonably achievable
Which radiologist has swam with sharks in the past, and is a frequent swimmer
Who is Dele Kammen?
The reddening of irritated skin due to radiation is called
Erythema
Imaging modalities that does not use ionizing radiation
What is MRI and Ultrasound?
What device helps reduce scatter radiation?
What is the term for contrast leaking outside the vein?
Extravasation
This radiologist was president of the Society for Pediatric Radiology (2018-2019).
Who is Taylor Chung?
System used to view radiographs is called PACS. What does PACS stand for?
What is Picture Archiving and Communication Systems
German Physicist who discovered x-rays on November 8th, 1895.
Who is Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen
This medical specialty uses imaging guidance to perform minimally invasive treatments such as placing stents.
What is Interventional Radiology
What is the most important preventive measure against contrast extravasation?
What is IV assessment?
Which radiologist in the department has twins?
Who is Raymond Sze?
Who discovered/invited fluoroscopy
Who is Thomas Edison