Maricopa Community Colleges  MRT270   19976-19995 
Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  04/22/97  
MRT270      19976-19995 LEC 0.50 Credit(s) 0.50 Period(s)
Contrast Media
Functions and applications of contrast media used in diagnostic radiographic imaging procedures. Chemical characteristics and properties of contrast media. Indications and contraindications including potential hazards of contrast media administration. Adverse reactions, patient care associated with reactions and medicolegal issues associated with administration of contrast media. Prerequisites: Graduate radiologic technologist or permission of instructor.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
MRT270   19976-19995 Contrast Media
1. Classify and describe specific types of contrast media. (I)
2. Explain the different applications for specific types of contrast media. (II)
3. Describe the chemical characteristics and properties of contrast media. (III)
4. Explain the potential hazards, contraindications and patient considerations for iodinated contrast media. (IV)
5. Describe the correct preparation, dosages and methods of administering contrast media. (V)
6. Explain adverse contrast media reaction theories, types of reactions, and emergency procedures in handling severe reactions. (VI)
7. Describe the medical/legal responsibilities of the technologist when administering a contrast medium. (VII)
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MRT270   19976-19995 Contrast Media
    I. Types of Contrast Media
        A. Positive contrast media
          1. Metallic salts
          2. Iodinated, ionic compounds and solutions
          3. Iodinated, nonionic contrast media
          4. Lipid base solutions
        B. Negative contrast media
      II. Applications
          A. Procedures
          B. Indications
          C. Contraindications
        III. Characteristics
            A. Chemical composition/Chemical bases
            B. Chemical properties
              1. Osmolality
              2. Viscosity
              3. Persistence
              4. Atomic number/photon absorption
              5. Technical considerations/alterations
          IV. Potential Hazards
              A. Contrast Media - Manufacturer's warnings
              B. Patient considerations/patient preparation
                1. Laboratory values
                2. High-risk patients
              C. Preventative measures for reactions
                1. Side effects expected
                2. Medications for iodine sensitive patients
            V. Preparation and Administration of Contrast Media
                A. Five rights of drug administration
                B. Preparation of contrast media
                C. Dosage measurements
                D. Routes of administration
              VI. Adverse Reactions
                  A. Reaction theories
                  B. Reaction types
                  C. Reaction forms
                  D. Emergency Code Situation
                    1. Drug kit, medications
                    2. Code situations, life threatening situations
                VII. Medicolegal responsibilities
                    A. Documentation
                    B. Informed consent
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