OET Speaking Radiography-10.
OET Speaking Radiography-10. Setting: X-ray Department Radiographer Ms Laura Bennet, a 32-year-old single parent has arrived for an emergency CT scan with contrast. Her sister, Sarah, is insisting on a pre-contrast e GRF blood test, which Laura finds inconvenient and potentially delaying. Your role is to address the conflict, ensuring Laura understands the clinical necessity while mediating a practical solution. * Confirm the reason for the visit * Explain why contrast is used ( to detect tumors or cancers, identify infection or inflammation, examine blood vessels for blockages, assess internal bleeding etc.). Find out any more concerns. * Confirm and validate her sister's concern about e GRF test first (kidney remove contrast dye from body, if kidney function is reduced the contrast may pose a higher risk, etc.) Explain when e GRF is necessary( if the ...