MRI for Technologists:
Patient and Facility Safety in MRI

Format: Online Activity
Credit:  1.0 ARRT Category A
Fee for Credit Certificate: $10.00

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MRI for Technologists is a training program designed to meet the needs of radiologic technologists entering or working in the MRI field. These units are designed to augment classroom instruction and on-site training for radiologic technology students and professionals planning to take the review board examinations, as well as to provide a review for those looking to refresh their knowledge base in MR imaging.

COURSE OVERVIEW
The skill of the technologist is the single most important factor in obtaining good quality diagnostic images. A successful MRI examination is the culmination of many factors under the direct control of the technologist.

MRI for Technologists: Patient and Facility Safety in MRI introduces the learner to best practices for ensuring the patient is safe and comfortable throughout the examination, the biological and physical hazards of MRI, and the MRI suite layout and safety procedures.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
After completing this educational activity, the reader will be able to:

• Identify patient safety hazards as they relate to the static magnetic field and transmitted radiofrequencies
• Identify patient contraindications to an MRI examination
• Describe procedures used to ensure patient comfort and safety during an MRI scan
• Describe the biological and physical hazards of MRI
• Explain the different zones in the MRI suite and the access restrictions for each
• Discuss environmental safety procedures in MRI

EDUCATIONAL CREDIT

This program has been approved by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) for 1.0 hour of ARRT Category A continuing education credit.

HOW TO RECEIVE CREDIT

Estimated time to complete this activity is 1 hour. The posttest and evaluation are required to receive credit and must be completed online.

• In order to access the posttest and evaluation, enroll in the online course at www.icpme.us.
• Read the entire activity.
• Log in to your account at www.icpme.us to complete the posttest and evaluation, accessible through the course link in your account.
• A passing grade of at least 75% is required to be eligible to receive credit.
• You may take the test up to three times.
• Upon receipt of a passing grade, you will be able to print a certificate of credit from your online account.
• There is a $10 fee to process a certificate of credit.

FACULTY
Our appreciation goes to Thomas Schrack, BS, ARMRIT for his review and update of this material. We would also like to acknowledge the original authors of this material:

Jeffrey J. Brown, MD, FACR, MBA
Professor of Radiology
Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO

Thomas Schrack, BS, ARMRIT
Manager of MR Education and Technical Development
Fairfax Radiological Consultants
Adjunct Faculty and Clinical MR Instructor
Northern Virginia Community College
Fairfax, VA

Alan H. Stolpen, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Radiology
Co-Director of MRI
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Iowa City, IA

Daniel R. Thedens, PhD
Assistant Professor of Radiology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA




ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

For their contributions to this material, special thanks go to:

Stephen Dashnaw, ARMRIT
Columbia University
New York, NY

Mark Flyer, MD
Maimonides Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY  


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DISCLAIMER

Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patient’s conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.