This video will give viewers a general understanding that an MRI scan uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs inside the body, and the knowledge of what to expect before, during, and after the test.
This video will give viewers a general understanding that an X-ray uses radioactivity to produce an image of a part of the body, and what to expect before, during, and after the test.
Patients are often presented with a variety of treatments, medications and procedures that can be complicated and sometimes difficult to understand, both in terms of the expected result, but also in terms of possible side effects. One of the best ways to overcome this challenge is for patients to ask a lot of questions of their healthcare providers, so they can make the most-informed decisions for their own care. Patients can also play an important role in preventing infections while they are in the hospital.
