| Ultrasound | CT (Computed Technology) Scan | X-Ray |
|---|---|---|
|
Define Ultrasound
Ultrasound is a high-frequency sound waves used to look at organs and structures inside the body.
|
Define CT Scan
CT Scan or Computed tomography (CT) is a diagnostic procedure that uses special X-ray equipment to create cross-sectional pictures of your body.
|
Define x-ray
The definition of x-ray is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures inside your body
|
|
Provide 2 examples of when to use ultrasound technologies
-When assessing a fetus
-To study your heart -To diagnose some forms of infections |
Provide 2 examples of when it is appropriate to use a CT Scan
-Broken bones
-Cancers -Blood clots -Signs of heart disease -Internal bleeding |
Provide examples of when it is appropriate to use x-ray technologies
-Swallowed items
-Fractures and infections -Arthritis -Dental decay -Osteoporosis -Bone cancer -Enlarged heart |
|
When was ultrasound technology first invented?
Ultrasound technology was first created in the late 19th and early 20th century
|
Name 2 potential risks associated with CT Scans
-harm to unborn babies
-radiation exposure -reaction to contrast medium |
True or False: X-rays cause cancer
False, x-rays omit a minimal radiation to humans during the test
|
|
Who originally used ultrasound technology?
Ultrasound technology was originally used by the French Government during WW1.
|
Who was the person to create the idea of CT scan technologies
The person to create the CT scan technologies was Hounsfield.
|
How long did the original x-ray test take in order to complete?
The original x-ray test took 40 minutes
|
|
When was ultrasound technology first used for medical reasons?
Ultrasound technology was originally used for medical purposes in the 1940's
|
When was the first proposal of x-ray technologies
The first proposal of x-ray technologies was in 1968.
|
True or false: The original x-ray delivered 1500 times more radiation than the present day x-ray machine
True
|
Support Us on Ko-fi