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Fluoroscopy and GI Contrast. Fluoroscopy. X-ray in ________________ Continuous ______________ ____________constant 5 minute timer. Protection. ALWAYS ________________ Thyroid shield ______________ Glasses Stand behind ________________ Unless you are helping pt.
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Fluoroscopy • X-ray in ________________ • Continuous ______________ • ____________constant • 5 minute timer
Protection • ALWAYS ________________ • Thyroid shield • ______________ • Glasses • Stand behind ________________ • Unless you are helping pt
Tech Fluoro Responsibilities • Verify ______________ • Obtain _________________ • Make Sure __________________ • Have All Equipment Ready • Compression Paddle
Tech Fluoro Responsibilities • Assist Radiologist • ____________________ • Assist ____________ • Be Prepared For __________________
Contrast MediaPositive • Barium Sulfate – BaSO4 • ______________Contrast • ______________________ • Thick and thin
Contraindication to Barium • Bowel _________________ • Use ____________, iodinated contrast • Gastroview / Gastrografin • Oral Hypaque • Contraindication to ____________ • Sensitivity to iodine
Contrast MediaNegative • Air or CO2 (Fizzies) • _____________ Contrast • Expands ________________
Technical Considerations • High kVp – __________ • For adequate penetration of barium • Short ________________ • Decrease chance of peristalic motion • Watch _____ for proper routine positioning