The establishment of thorough and effective screening procedures for patients and other individuals is one of the most critical components of a program that guards the safety of all those entering the MRI environment or undergoing MRI procedures. An important aspect of protecting patients and individuals from MRI-related accidents and injuries involves an understanding of the risks associated with the various implants, devices, accessories, and other objects that may cause problems in this setting. This requires constant attention and diligence to obtain information and documentation about these objects to provide the safest MRI setting possible.
The faculty of the program wants to provide the students and patients with a safe clinical environment; therefore, the program requires students to complete the MRI safety screening form prior to acceptance into the program. This form must be completed by a qualified practitioner. Any questions or concerns may be addressed by contacting the
The student must keep these records current for the duration of the program. If he/she has a foreign object (i.e., ferrous material, implants, surgical clip, insulin pump, etc.) located in or on their body after admission, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the program director. After notification to the program director, a second MRI Safety Screening must be completed by a qualified health care practitioner to assure student and personnel safety. The MRI safety screening form can be accessed here.