FREE MRSO MRI Safety Protocols Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the first step in ensuring MRI safety before a scan is performed?

Accepted Answer

Screening the patient and any accompanying personnel for contraindications

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Calibrating the MRI machine

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Conducting a patient and staff safety briefing

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Reviewing the scan protocol

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for MRI safety zones?

Accepted Answer

Allowing unrestricted access to Zone IV

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Clearly marking the boundaries of each zone

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Restricting access to Zone III and IV to authorized personnel only

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Posting safety signs and warnings in Zone III and IV

Question 3

How often should safety training be provided to staff working in an MRI environment?

Accepted Answer

Annually

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Once during initial employment

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Every five years

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Only when new equipment is installed

Question 4

Which safety protocol should be followed when transporting a patient who requires monitoring during an MRI scan?

Accepted Answer

Use only MRI-compatible monitoring devices

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Use standard hospital monitoring equipment

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Turn off all monitoring devices during transport

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Avoid using any monitoring equipment during MRI

Question 5

What action should be taken if a ferromagnetic object is accidentally brought into the MRI room?

Accepted Answer

Immediately remove the object if it is safe to do so

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Leave the object and proceed with the scan

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Continue the scan and remove the object afterward

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Turn off the MRI machine and remove the object