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What positive insoluble contrast agent is used when studying the esophagus?

This positive-contrast medium is completely insoluble in the gastrointestinal tract and is not absorbed by the abdomen or thorax if leakage occurs.

What does MAC stand for?

Nitrous Oxide and Carbon Dioxide are considered safer than room air for negative contrast agents because their increased solubility is less likely to cause serious air embolizations. True or False?

In x-ray production, _______________% is heat and _______________ % is x-rays. 

Why should caution be taken when moving gas cylinders? [Blank1]

What agency regulates Radiologic Safety for Alabama?

Please describe, IN DETAIL, the patient signalment for a recent case in which you assisted.

What is the first thing to do if a patient experiences cardiac arrest during anesthesia?

What would be the contraindication for using Barium Sulfate for a gastrointestinal study?