What was the reason the woman was having the CT scan

What was the reason the woman was having the CT scan

Case Study Questions – Chapter 2: CT & MRI

DIRECTIONS: After reading the case study on page 64 of your textbook, please answer the questions below.
1. What was the reason the woman was having the CT scan? What do you think the purpose is for injecting the contrast through an IV line?

2. What are the differences between the two different tests? What do CT and MRI represent?

3. Describe the challenge the woman had to deal with while having an MRI? What methods did she use to handle it?

4. List 4 or 5 medical terms that could be associated with this case study. Provide the definition of each term as well.

REFLECTION QUESTION: Why do you think it is important for a healthcare worker assisting with diagnostic procedures to have good communication skills with the patient? Provide your answer in 1-2well-written paragraphs.