Pediatric MR Safety Concerns

What is the primary safety concern regarding the MRI machine described in the video?. It uses high-energy X-rays. It is a big, super strong magnet. It produces radioactive waste. It gets extremely hot during use.

What must be done with a favorite teddy bear or comfort toy before a child can hold it during the scan?. It must be washed and sterilized. It must be weighed on a special scale. It must be tested by a small magnet to ensure it contains no metal. It must be tagged with a patient ID bracelet.

Which of the following personal items are specifically mentioned as needing to be locked away because they are made of metal?. Books, pillows, and blankets. Mobile phones, wallets, and watches. Shoes, socks, and hats. Glasses and hearing aids.

What is the best type of clothing for a child to wear for an MRI scan to avoid changing into a gown?. Clothes with bright colors and sequins. Clothes with no zips, metal buttons, or decorations. A school uniform with a metal badge. A thick winter coat.

How is the position of the scanner bed described when a child gets ready for the scan?. It always stays completely still. It slowly moves up and down and in and out of the "donut.". It spins in a circle like a carousel. It vibrates to help the child relax.

When taking pictures of the head, the equipment used is compared to wearing what?. A cowboy hat. A space helmet. A winter beanie. A crown.

Why is it "super important" for the child to lie as still as a statue during the scan?. To keep the room quiet. To prevent the machine from breaking. Because the pictures will be blurry and unhelpful if they move. To avoid touching the sides of the donut.

What is provided to the child to help manage the loud banging and knocking noises of the machine?. A pair of sunglasses. Headphones to play music. A specialized sleeping mask. A handheld game console.

How does the radiographer communicate with the child while they are inside the scanner?. By waving through the window. By coming into the room and whispering. By using an intercom system that works like a "walkie-talkie" through the headphones. By tapping on the outside of the machine.

How long can an MRI scan last according to the video?. Exactly 2 minutes for every patient. Anywhere from 10 minutes (like a short cartoon) to longer, depending on the body part. At least 2 hours. Only 30 seconds.