Robert Steiner Unit Induction Quiz
Please complete this quiz following your induction and print the certificate at the end.
- 1.
The major risk of personal harm during a magnet quench is due to:
- A.
Sudden loss of the magnetic field
- B.
Asphyxiation due to displacement of oxygen
- C.
Severe peripheral nerve stimulation
- D.
Overheating of the gradient coils
Correct Answer
B. Asphyxiation due to displacement of oxygenExplanation
The scanners use a superconducting magnet which is cooled by liquid helium. If the helium is released the magnetic field rapidly dissipates. Helium is normally vented to the outside but there is a potential risk of asphyxiation if it displaces the oxygen in the room.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Fatalities within MR facilities have occured due to:
- A.
Excessive exposure to the static field
- B.
Chronic peripheral nerve stimulation
- C.
Disturbances of heart rhythm due to time-varying magnetic fields
- D.
Oxygen cylinders being brought into the magnet room
Correct Answer
D. Oxygen cylinders being brought into the magnet roomExplanation
Ferromagnetic items, such as oxygen cylinders and wheelchairs, may become projectiles in the magnetic field and lead to death by crush injury.Rate this question:
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- 3.
If you are on your own and there is a medical emergency what should your response be?
- A.
Dial 999 and call for an ambulance
- B.
Dial 3333 and ask for security
- C.
Start CPR and wait for help to arrive
- D.
Shout for help and dial 2222.
Correct Answer
D. Shout for help and dial 2222.Explanation
You should shout for assistance and call the Crash team on 2222. CPR should be started as soon as possible.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What must you do when entering the clinical areas?
- A.
Wash your hands or clean them with antiseptic gel
- B.
Use latex gloves whenever you are near patients
- C.
Roll down your sleeves to reduce skin contact
- D.
Dress in scrubs or hospital uniform
Correct Answer
A. Wash your hands or clean them with antiseptic gelExplanation
You should always clean your hands when entering or leaving a clinical area, and have your sleeves rolled up.Rate this question:
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- 5.
If you wish to transfer data outside of the unit what precautions should you take?
- A.
All data must be anonymised and encrypted
- B.
Data should be stored with patient initials and date of birth
- C.
Data may be safely anonymised using the patient's NHS number
- D.
Personal data may be transferred on a normal USB stick
Correct Answer
A. All data must be anonymised and encryptedExplanation
All data should be anonymised and encrypted when being transferred elsewhere. USB sticks and laptops must have approved encryption systems. No data should have patient identifiers associated with it. Further details are given in our Data Security Policy.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Concerning MR safety precautions which statement is true?
- A.
Patients with pacemakers may be seriously harmed if they enter the magnet room
- B.
The magnetic field is only on when the gradient coils are active
- C.
If an implant is approved at 1.5T it is always safe to scan at 3T
- D.
If the patient has been scanned before no safety checklist is required
Correct Answer
A. Patients with pacemakers may be seriously harmed if they enter the magnet roomExplanation
The magnetic field is always on. Pacemakers may be affected by the magnetic field and should never be routinely scanned. Some implants may not be approved at higher field strengths. A safety checklist must be completed before each scan.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How should you dispose of a CD containing research data?
- A.
Put it in a bin with a black liner
- B.
In the confidential waste container
- C.
In a sharps bin
- D.
In a yellow bag with a black stripe
Correct Answer
B. In the confidential waste containerExplanation
Research data should be disposed of in the confidential waste.Rate this question:
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- 8.
If you think there has been a near-miss regarding an activity in the unit what should you do?
- A.
Make a note of who was to blame and discuss it at the next lab meeting
- B.
Under no circumstances should the event be discussed with the patient
- C.
Only incidents causing actual harm should be reported
- D.
Document the event on an incident form and inform the Superintendent Radiographer
Correct Answer
D. Document the event on an incident form and inform the Superintendent RadiographerExplanation
Learning from near-misses is an important way to improve safety. You should document what happened on an incident form and bring it to the attention of the Superintendent Radiographer. You should be open and honest about the incident, but any discussions with a patient should be held by a senior member of staff.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In the event of hearing a continous bell in the unit what should you do?
- A.
Abort any scanning and evacuate the unit
- B.
Be prepared to evacuate but continue working
- C.
This is a drill and can be safely ignored
- D.
If you see a fire you must try to extinguish it yourself
Correct Answer
A. Abort any scanning and evacuate the unitExplanation
The fire alarm is a continuous bell and you should abort any scanning and leave the unit for the nearest muster point.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Where are the Unit's policies kept if you need further information?
- A.
In a locked filing cabinet
- B.
At MRC Head Office
- C.
On the Trust Intranet
- D.
On the departmental network drive
Correct Answer
D. On the departmental network driveExplanation
All policies are available on the departmental network drive. Further information is available from the Safety Officer or Superintendent Radiographer.Rate this question:
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