V/Q Lung Scan — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Two-component nuclear medicine study comparing pulmonary ventilation distribution (Tc-99m DTPA aerosol or Xe-133 gas) to perfusion distribution (Tc-99m…
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Breast Biopsy (Stereotactic) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
X-ray-guided needle biopsy of mammographic abnormalities not visible on ultrasound — particularly microcalcifications, architectural distortion, and…
Breast Biopsy (Ultrasound-Guided) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Real-time ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy of a sonographically visible breast lesion, typically using a 14 G spring-loaded core needle. Most common…
Diagnostic Mammography — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Targeted mammographic evaluation of a clinical concern (palpable mass, nipple discharge, etc.) or screening callback. Customized views with spot…
Scoliosis X-Ray (Standing PA + Lat) — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Standing whole-spine radiograph for scoliosis curve measurement using Cobb angle. Pediatric and adult scoliosis surveillance, brace effectiveness…
Skeletal Survey — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Comprehensive plain radiographic survey of all major bones — used for child abuse evaluation (NAT), multiple myeloma, metastatic disease evaluation when…
Hip X-Ray — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Plain radiograph of hip — first-line for fracture, dislocation, arthritis. AP pelvis + frog-leg lateral or cross-table lateral standard.
Hand/Wrist X-Ray — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Standard 3-view radiographic series of the hand or wrist (PA, lateral, oblique) for fracture, dislocation, arthritis, foreign body, and post-operative…
Ankle/Foot X-Ray — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Plain radiograph of ankle and foot — first-line per Ottawa Ankle and Foot Rules for trauma.
Shoulder X-Ray — Dictation, Appropriateness, and Dose for Residents
Plain radiograph of the shoulder — Grashey AP, axillary, outlet (scapular Y) views. First-line for fracture, dislocation, AC joint, and acromial…