Which of the following is a major limitation of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the chest?

a. Cannot visualize large vessels.
b. Cannot be used in patients with pacemak-ers.
c. Cannot be used to examine hilar struc-tures.
d. Interpretation is difficult.


ANS: B
It is critically important to avoid taking conventional metal objects near the MRI machine, be-cause the powerful magnet will pull the metallic object into the magnet with great force, exposing patients and health care providers in its path to life-threatening risk.

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