Asked by Courtney Brandel on May 31, 2024
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The medical assistant should instruct women not to wear eye makeup when having which diagnostic procedure because eye makeup often contains metallic ingredients.
A) Mammography
B) Ultrasound
C) Myelography
D) Magnetic resonance imaging
E) Nuclear medicine
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
A medical imaging technique used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and the physiological processes of the body, using strong magnetic fields and radio waves.
Eye Makeup
encompasses cosmetic products intended to enhance the appearance of the eyes, such as eyeshadow, eyeliner, and mascara.
Metallic Ingredients
Components composed of metal used in various products, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
- Identify diagnostic procedures that require special patient preparation due to the presence of metal or metal-based products.
Verified Answer
LB
L3iLan1 BloomsJun 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a powerful magnetic field to produce images. Metallic substances, including those that might be found in some eye makeup, can interfere with the magnetic field, potentially affecting the quality of the MRI images or posing a safety hazard.
Learning Objectives
- Identify diagnostic procedures that require special patient preparation due to the presence of metal or metal-based products.