CT / XR / FL
MRI
US
Mammo
NM / PET
100
2 Part Question
What are the two types of CT machines we have?
Where are they located?
16 SLICE - standard machine / all facilities
64 SLICE - Northeast OPID
100
What are the different strength MRI mcachines that we have?
1.0 T - Located at Memorial City
1.5 T
3.0 T
100
Vascular US focus on the following.....
Veins and arteries
100
How many breast centers does OPID have? Name all of the locations.
5 locations
MC
SW
TMC
TW
UK
100
Can you schedule a NM or PET scan in a "Can Not Schedule" time slot?
Yes; these time slots are available.
200
What is the difference between a Barium Swallow and a Modified Barium Swallow?
A Modified Barium Swallow must be done in the presence of a speech pathologist and a Barium Swallow is performed with an XR tech.
200
What type of contrast do we use for MRI's?
Gadolinium
200
What are our common Vascular Exams?
Carotid Doppler
Venous Doppler
Arterial Doppler
200
2 part question
1. What is the difference between a screening mammogram and diagnostic mammogram?
2. Which locations required an order for a screening mammogram?
1. Screening mammo may be done once a year as a routine service. Diag mammo's are done when there is an area of concern.
2. Northeast and Katy require an order for screening mammograms.
200
2 Part Question
1. What does DEXA stand for?
2. Is this the same as a NM Bone Scan?
1. Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry
2. No
300
What does "No Contrast Exams" listed in the "Exam Scheduling" screen in EZReg mean?
A Radiologist will NOT be on site.
Do NOT schedule exams that require contrast.
300
If the orders indicate a MRI Brain w/ COW; how should we schedule?
Schedule the following...
MRI Brain
MRA Brain
300
What two important factors will determine the type of Pregnancy US to schedule?
Gestational Age
Number of Gestations
300
3 Part Question
1. If the patient is experiencing PAIN ONLY around her menstral cycle; what do you schedule?
2. If the patient is experiencing lumps or discharge; what do you schedule?
3. What would you schedule for a male patient? UNI or BIL?
1. Screening Mammogram
2. Diagnostic Mammogram & US Breast
3. Diag Mammo BIL and US Breast UNI
300
1. What are the types of PET Scans we offer?
What is the difference?
1. PET CT Skull-Midthigh - Standard PET CT Exam
2. PET CT Whole Body - Whole body; must be notated on the order
3. Amyvid Scan - Evaluates cognitive impaorment & decline; not covered by insurance
4. NaF-18 - Used to evaluate skeletal metastases
400
If a patient if allergic to iodine; what do we inform the patient?
The patient will need to be pre-medicated by their doctor.
The patient will need a driver.
400
What important information applies to our pregnant patients as it relates to MRI's? (4 Reminders)
CANNOT have MRI during the 1st Trimester of pregnancy unless deemed medically necessary
Must receive handwritten clearance from their OB/GYN doctor
MHHS Radiologist must approve exam
Must be scheduled on the 1.5T unit
400
What should you schedule for a US Renal w/post void residual bladder?
US Renal and US Bladder
400
Scenario: Female patient is 28 y/o. Dr orders a Diag Mammo left breast. Patient has no breast services history with us. What do you schedule (exactly)?
Schedule a US Breast BIL and Diag Mammo BIL.
400
Name the NM exams that are considered Multi-Day Exams?
Do you have to create a new account for each date of service?
GI Bleed Scan
Indium Scan
I131 Total Body Scan
Thyroid Uptake Scan
NM Gallium Scan
MIBG Scan
Octreotide Scan
YES; Create a new account for each date of service
500
What is the sequencing when scheduling a Fluoroscopy procedure with a CT ABD/PEL (w, w/o, or w & w/o)?
Exams cannot be done on the same day.
FL exam must be schedule 3 days after CT ABD/PEL.
500
2 Part Question
1. List the implants that OPID will NOT perfom MRI's on?
2. What information should you obtained for aneurysm clips, coils, stents, IUD's and pain pumps?
1. Breast Tissue Expander, Pacemakers, Defibrillator, Neurostimulators
2. Make and Model of clip or coil
Product Card
Name of implant
Year implanted
500
What is the sequencing for scheduling a CT ABD &/or PEL with a US Abdomen Complete, US Gallbladder or US Liver?
Schedule the US First.
US must be completed and patient must be NPO 4 hours BEFORE drinking contrast.
500
***All questions MUST be answered correctly for points.***
1. What is Tomo?
2. Tomo may be offered to patients scheduling a Diag Mammo; TRUE or FALSE?
3. What is Henda's Law?
4. Patients are not required to bring in prior films if their last mammogram or US breast was done outside of MHHS; TRUE or FALSE?
Scenario:
Female patient is 33 y/o. Last Mammo was 11 months ago. Dr has ordered a US Breast UNI - LEFT. What do you schedule?
1. 3D image of the breast.
2. False
3. Under the law; a patient who has dense breast may request to have an US Breast in conjunction to their screening mammogram.
4. False
Scenario answer:
Order a Diag Mammo BIL followed by a US Breast UNI.
500
3 Part Question
1. Where do we perform NM and PET Scans?
2. What is the table weight limit for NM and PET Scan?
3. What days do we perform PET Scans?
1. NM - MC; TMC; UK; WB
PET Scans - MC; NE; SW; TMC; TW
2. NM - MC-350lbs; TMC & UK-400lbs; Wb-300lbs
PET Scans - 400lbs for all performing locations
3. MC & TMC- Mon - Fri; NE- Fri Only; SW- Wed Only; TW- Tues Only
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