MRIT 112 - MRI Imaging Procedures I

1. Demonstrate proper patient screening.
2. Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients, their family members and staff.
3. Demonstrate MR safety and protective practices associated with MR imaging procedures.
4. Demonstrate proper use of MR-safe monitoring devices.
5. Power up and shut down the system.
6. Describe the coils available for MR and their specific applications.
7. Explain the use of contrast media in evaluating pathology.
8. State positioning criteria for different areas of the body.
9. State advantages and disadvantages of axial, sagittal, coronal and oblique images (i.e., which structures are best demonstrated from each projection).
10. Describe common pulse sequences used to evaluate the different areas of the body.
11. Describe considerations in designing an imaging protocol and state the application of protocols in specific situations.
12. Identify when to modify a protocol and successfully perform the modification.
13. Describe common artifacts that occur during imaging.
14. Demonstrate proper windowing levels and widths.
15. Describe the criteria for imaging windows for different areas of the body.
16. Identify the probable cause of image quality problems and recommend an appropriate solution.
17. Describe the differences between adult and pediatric pulse sequences in mR.
18. Describe the differences in tissue signal characteristics between adult and pediatric examinations.
19. Evaluate images for appropriate positioning, anatomy, pulse sequences and overall quality.
20. Identify the common indications and pathology for body systems in the adult and pediatric patient.
21. Describe normal MR tissue characteristics of anatomical structures of interest.
22. Describe the MR tissue characteristics of select pathological processes.
23. Identify procedure considerations for contrast studies.
24. List technical and practical considerations for special procedures including functional techniques and procedures requiring the use of patient sedation.
25. Identify imaging parameters that determine image contrast.
26. Describe imaging parameters that relate to spatial resolution on MR images.
27. Describe the imaging parameters involved in MR image formation.
28. Apply MR imaging parameters in the clinical setting.
29. Define imaging options used to optimize image quality.
30. Explain how to apply parameters and imaging options in order to minimize image artifacts.
31. Discuss how to acquire high-quality MR images with the aid of routine quality assurance practices.
32. List intrinsic contrast characteristics and describe their impact on image quality.
33. List extrinsic contrast characteristics and describe their impact on image quality.
34. Construct pulse sequence diagrams based on specific timing of RF pulses and gradient applications.
35. Determine the appropriate pulse sequence for specific clinical applications based on the desired image contrast.
36. Explain the process of MR image formation.
37. Identify the various post-processing techniques used in MR.
38. Discuss the use of contrast media in MR including different types, dosing, mechanism of action, effects in images and safety characteristics.

• Pre-procedural Considerations
• Imaging Considerations
• Considerations for Routine MR Procedures
• Compliance
• Positioning & procedural Considerations for Adult and Pediatric Patients
• Procedural Considerations for Contrast Studies
• Procedural Considerations for Special Studies
• MR Imaging Parameter & Sequence Selections
• Imaging Options
• Intrinsic Contrast Characteristics (Tissue Characteristics)
• Quality Assurance
• Pulse Sequences
• Extrinsic Contrast Characteristics
• Image Contrast Characteristics

 
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