Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Ionic and nonionic contrast agents are used primarily for radiographic examinations of the urinary system.
2. Port-a-cath or venous access ports are infusion ports and used for long-term use.
3. PICC lines are large catheters inserted into a vein in the anterior part of the elbow.
4. Hickman catheters are double lumen catheters usually placed in the superior vena cava.
5. Cathartics are contrast agents used in radiographic imaging.


1. TRUE Ionic and nonionic contrast agents are primarily used to demonstrate kidney function, as well as visualize the ureters, bladder, urethra.
2. TRUE The port-a-cath is used for drug administration, blood transfusion, or blood draws.
3. FALSE PICC lines are small catheters
4. FALSE Hickman catheters have a single lumen and are usually placed in the subclavian vein.
5. FALSE Cathartics are solutions taken to cleanse the large bowel.

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