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If the patient complains of warming, tingling, stinging, or similar sensations,
promptly stop the scan procedure, examine the patient, and contact the
responsible physician before continuing the procedure. Pay special
attention to very young, sedated, or other compromised patients who may
not be able to communicate effectively.
Patients with ferromagnetic metal should not be scanned because the
magnetic field may interact with implanted surgical clips or other ferromagnetic
materials.
Persons with cardiac pacemakers or other implanted electronic devices
should not enter the magnetic field zone delineated by the MR system
manufacturer.
There is a risk to scanning feverish or decompensated cardiac patients.
Facial makeup should be removed before scanning because it may contain
metal flakes which can cause skin and eye irritation. Permanent eyeliner
tattoos may cause eye irritation due to ferromagnetic particles.
Patients who work in environments in which there is a risk of having
embedded metallic fragments in or near the eye should be carefully
screened before undergoing an MR exam.
Visually inspect the cable insulator
jackets, strain reliefs and connector
boxes before each use. If the insulation
is broken, or if the cable is frayed,
immediately discontinue use of the
device.
EmergencyProcedures
In the unlikely event that a coil creates smoke, sparks, or makes an unusually loud
noise, or if the patient requires emergency assistance:
• Stop the scan if one is in progress.
• Remove the patient from the scan room if medical treatment is needed.
Assure that the patient is not touching the bore. If necessary, place pads
between the patient and the surface of the bore.