1.
A pulse sequence with a given set of parameters allows a maximum of 20 slices. If 2 saturation pulses are then added, one would expect the maximum number of slices to:
Correct Answer
A. Decrease
Explanation
The addition of saturation pulses in a pulse sequence is expected to decrease the maximum number of slices that can be obtained. Saturation pulses are used to suppress the signal from certain tissues, which reduces the overall signal intensity. As a result, the signal-to-noise ratio decreases, making it harder to distinguish individual slices and lowering the maximum number of slices that can be acquired. Therefore, the maximum number of slices is expected to decrease when saturation pulses are added.
2.
Which of the following techniques would be ineffective at reducing motion artifacts created by flood flowing through the sagittal sinus?
Correct Answer
B. Fat saturation
Explanation
Fat saturation is a technique used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to suppress the signal from fat tissues, which can cause artifacts in the image. However, it is not effective in reducing motion artifacts created by blood flowing through the sagittal sinus. The sagittal sinus is a large vein located in the midline of the brain, and its motion can cause artifacts in the image. Fat saturation is not specifically designed to address motion artifacts caused by blood flow, so it would not be effective in this case.
3.
The phenomenon that occurs when moving protons, usually when moving perpendicular to the slice plane, appear brighter in the first slice than the rest of the slices is known as what?
Correct Answer
A. Entry slice pHenomenon
Explanation
The entry slice phenomenon refers to the occurrence when moving protons, typically perpendicular to the slice plane, appear brighter in the first slice compared to the rest of the slices. This phenomenon is observed in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and is caused by the specific imaging parameters used. It is important to be aware of this phenomenon in order to accurately interpret MRI images.
4.
_________ is when flowing spins gains 90 degrees at phase as it passes the first positive lobe of gradient, then loses 180 degrees of phase as it passes through the double negative lobe of gradient, then passes through the last positive lobe of gradient. (select all that apply)
Correct Answer(s)
A. Gradient moment nulling
C. Flow comp
Explanation
Gradient moment nulling and flow compensation are techniques used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to minimize artifacts caused by flowing spins. Gradient moment nulling involves applying gradients to cancel out the effects of flow-induced phase shifts, while flow compensation is used to minimize signal loss due to flowing spins. Both techniques aim to improve image quality by reducing artifacts caused by flowing spins. Therefore, the correct answer includes both gradient moment nulling and flow comp.
5.
Flow that is in same direction as slice selection is called?
Correct Answer
A. Perpendicular-current
Explanation
The flow that is in the same direction as the slice selection is called co-current. In this case, the flow of the current is perpendicular to the direction of the slice selection.
6.
Out of phase TE at 1.5T is approximately?
Correct Answer
B. 2.2 ms
Explanation
The correct answer is 2.2 ms. Out of phase TE refers to the time it takes for the transverse magnetization to reach its maximum amplitude after the application of the 90-degree RF pulse. At 1.5T, the approximate value for the out of phase TE is 2.2 ms.
7.
All of the following are ways of compensating for flow phenomena except:
Correct Answer
C. Fast Spin Echo
Explanation
Fast Spin Echo is not a way of compensating for flow phenomena. Fast Spin Echo is a type of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) sequence that is used to acquire images quickly. It is not specifically designed to compensate for flow phenomena, which refers to the movement of fluids within the body. Gradient Moment Nulling, Even Echo Rephasing, and Spatial Presaturation are techniques that are used to compensate for flow phenomena in MRI imaging.
8.
The precessional frequency difference of fat and water at 1.0T is?
Correct Answer
C. 147Hz
Explanation
The precessional frequency difference of fat and water at 1.0T is 147Hz. This means that the magnetic resonance frequency of fat is 147Hz higher than the magnetic resonance frequency of water at a magnetic field strength of 1.0T. This frequency difference is important in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as it allows for the differentiation and imaging of different tissues based on their unique precessional frequencies.
9.
For a constant velocity, nuclei take longer to travel through a thin slice compared with a thick slice.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
This statement is false because for a constant velocity, the time taken to travel through a slice of any thickness would be the same. The velocity of the nuclei remains constant, meaning that the distance traveled per unit time remains constant as well. Therefore, the thickness of the slice does not affect the time taken for the nuclei to travel through it.
10.
In regards to MRI and flowing blood, all of the following naturally offer dark blood without any special imaging requirements, except which?
Correct Answer
C. Gradient Echo
Explanation
Gradient Echo is the correct answer because it does not naturally offer dark blood without any special imaging requirements. Gradient Echo sequences are sensitive to flowing blood and can produce bright blood signals, unlike the other imaging techniques mentioned. Inversion Recovery, Fast Spin Echo, and Spin Echo sequences can all naturally provide dark blood without any additional imaging requirements.
11.
If a flowing nucleus is adjacent to a stationary nucleus in a voxel, there is a _______ difference between the two nuclei.
Correct Answer
C. pHase
Explanation
When a flowing nucleus is adjacent to a stationary nucleus in a voxel, there is a phase difference between the two nuclei. This phase difference arises due to the different magnetic field experienced by the flowing and stationary nuclei. The flowing nuclei experience a different magnetic field due to their motion, leading to a phase shift in their signals compared to the stationary nuclei. This phase difference can be utilized in various imaging techniques to differentiate flowing and stationary tissues, such as in phase-contrast magnetic resonance imaging (PC-MRI).
12.
Co-current flow, in regards to entry slice phenomenon, is when the moving protons are traveling in the opposite direction of the slice direction, thus making entry slice phenomenon less pronounce.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The explanation for the answer "False" is that co-current flow, in regards to entry slice phenomenon, is when the moving protons are traveling in the same direction as the slice direction. This makes the entry slice phenomenon more pronounced, not less pronounced.
13.
If a coronal saturation region is placed anterior to the cervical spine to eliminate motion artifacts from swallowing, which gradient must be turned on during the tranmission of the initial saturation 90 degree RF pulse?
Correct Answer
B. Y gradient
Explanation
When a coronal saturation region is placed anterior to the cervical spine to eliminate motion artifacts from swallowing, the Y gradient must be turned on during the transmission of the initial saturation 90 degree RF pulse. This is because the Y gradient is responsible for controlling the phase encoding direction in the coronal plane. By turning on the Y gradient, the RF pulse will be transmitted in the correct direction to effectively saturate the desired region and minimize motion artifacts.
14.
Entry slice phenomenon increase: (select all that apply)
Correct Answer(s)
A. At the first slice in the stack
C. When using a long TR
D. In thin slices
Explanation
The phenomenon of entry slice increase occurs at the first slice in the stack, when using a long TR, and in thin slices. This means that when acquiring images, there is an increase in signal intensity at the entry slice compared to the subsequent slices. This can be attributed to factors such as T1 relaxation time, which affects the recovery of longitudinal magnetization, and the slice profile, which can cause partial volume effects. Additionally, using a long TR and acquiring thin slices can further enhance this phenomenon.
15.
Magnitude of entry slice phenomenon depends on the following: (select all that apply)
Correct Answer(s)
A. Slice thickness
B. Velocity of flow
C. Direction of flow
D. TR
Explanation
The magnitude of the entry slice phenomenon is influenced by several factors. Slice thickness plays a role as it determines the thickness of the slice being imaged, affecting the amount of signal from the flowing blood. The velocity of flow is also important as it determines the speed at which the blood is moving through the slice, impacting the signal intensity. The direction of flow is relevant as it determines the angle at which the blood is entering the slice, affecting the magnitude of the entry slice phenomenon. TR (repetition time) is not relevant to the entry slice phenomenon, and neither is the matrix or FOV (field of view).
16.
The SAT TR is equal to?
Correct Answer
A. Scan TR divided by # slice
Explanation
The SAT TR is equal to the scan TR divided by the number of slices. This means that the total time it takes for a single scan repetition (SAT TR) can be calculated by dividing the scan TR (the time it takes to complete one full scan) by the number of slices (the number of slices being acquired during each scan).
17.
Turbulent flow is all of the following except:
Correct Answer
B. Lower chance of inaccuracy on image
Explanation
Turbulent flow is characterized by chaotic and irregular movement of fluid, resulting in mixing and moving in more than one direction. This type of flow is typically found in tortuous sections, distal to bifurcations and stenosis, where there is a great deal of dephasing. However, turbulent flow does not have a lower chance of inaccuracy on an image. In fact, turbulent flow can cause image artifacts and make it more difficult to accurately interpret images.
18.
If there is two or more echoes produced in a spin echo pulse sequence, intra-voxel dephasing may be reduced by acquiring the second and succeeding even echoes at multiple of the first TE, This is known as:
Correct Answer
C. Even echo repHasing
Explanation
Even echo rephasing refers to the technique of acquiring the second and succeeding even echoes at multiples of the first echo time (TE) in a spin echo pulse sequence. This helps in reducing intra-voxel dephasing, which can occur when there are multiple echoes produced. By acquiring the even echoes at specific time intervals, the dephasing effects can be minimized, leading to improved image quality and better identification of structures within the image.