1)Match term to definition: Ionization, Contrast medium, Tagging, Thermography, Angiogram, Curie, Cholangiogram, Echography, Mammography, Myelogram
process of breaking up molecules into their component parts:
a radiopaque substance used in certain x-ray procedures to permit visualization of organs for structures:
tracing a radioactive isotope that has become involved in metabolic or chemical connections:
recording heat patterns of the body's surface:
x-ray record of the blood vessels:
a unit of radioactivity:
x-ray of the bile ducts:
process of using ultrasound as a diagnostic tool:
x-ray of the breast:
x-ray of the spinal cord:
2)Read the statements below. Complete the missing information.
a. Radiology is _______________.
b. X-rays travel in a _______________.
c. Radiolucent means "_______________."
d. Radiopaque means "_______________."
e. MRI stands for _______________.
3) Answer all the question below:
-Why is the use of shields important when working with x-rays?
-Why does an MRI offer greater safety than x-rays?
-What does the abbreviation rad mean?
-What does the abbreviation BE mean?
-Prolonged and continued exposure to x-rays can cause damage to which organs?
4) Reflection Question: Knowing and using medical terminology are basic requirements for most healthcare positions. Explain the challenges you will face if you don't understand or can't correctly use medical terminology. What will you do to grow and maintain your medical vocabulary before and after you obtain a position?