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Computed Tomography CT Scan questions with correct answers 100%.What is a CT scan? ANS - Computed tomography (CT) scan, also known as computerized axial tomography (CAT), or CT scanning computerized tomography is a painless, non-invasive diagnostic imaging procedure that produces cross-sectional images of several types of tissue not clearly seen on a traditional X-ray.
What types of CT scan are there? ANS - - Abdominal and pelvic
- Bone and skeletal
- Brain
- Cardiac calcium scoring
- Ear
- Liver and biliary tract
- Orbital
- Pancreas
- Renal
- Spinal
- Thoracic
Who shouldn't have a CT scan? ANS - - Pregnant patient (absolute contraindication)
- Patients with a known allergy to iodine
- Patients with claustrophobia
- Patients with renal impairment unless the benefits outweigh the risks
- Patients with hyperthyroidism or toxic goiter (induce thyrotoxic crisis)
- Patients with complications after a previous administration of a contrast
- Patients with severe obesity (usually more than 300 pounds
What interferes with CT scan? ANS - - Retained oral or I.V. contrast material from previous diagnostic studies may affect the visibility of the images.
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