Imaging

Question 1

X-Ray

Answer 1

-conventual radiography
-xray penetrates tissues to produce image
-first order imaging
-skeletal images
-high radiation, poor soft tissue visualization

Question 2

CT

Answer 2

-computed Tomography
-x ray that a computer makes
-primary for traumatic injury
-soft tissueS and bone
-short time
-expensive, high radiation

Question 3

MRI

Answer 3

-magnetic Resonsance imaging
-magnetic field affects hydrogens in body
-soft tissues and hematomas no radiation
-long time, expensive, no pacemakers/aneruysms

Question 4

Bone Scintigraphy

Answer 4

-injection of radioactive isotrope
-detect fractures, tumors

Question 5

Diagnostic Ultrasound

Answer 5

-no contraindictions, low cost
-dependent on skill
-only outline of bone