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What is the initial test of choice for SOB, chest pain, cough?
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CXR
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If on CXR you discover a infiltrate that you tx as pneumonia, what must you also do?
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Document resolution in 6 weeks
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Which is more ionizing radiaiton, CXR or CT?
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CT by about a 100
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What type of CT should be used if you suspect interstitial lung dz?
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HRCT
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What is the test of choice for dx PE?
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Contract CT
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Who is unable to have a contrast CT?
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Renal insuffieciency
Iodine allergy |
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What is the test of choice for a suspected PE if the pt is unable to have contrast?
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VQ scan
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What has more ionizing radiation, CXR or US?
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CXR
US has no ionizing radiation |
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When should a pt get a AP CXR?
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If they are unable to stand
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When should a pt get a PA and lateral CXR?
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If they are able to stand
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When you are looking at a CXR, what is the MI thing to do?
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Check name/ID
Look for prior films to compare to |
