Ensure that 5-gauss lines are present |
Ensure that wheel locks are functional or tethering feature is present |
Rehearse placement of the anesthesia machine, IV poles, and other equipment during the MRI scan |
If a provider is new to the area, a dry run rehearsal of how the anesthesia machine and patient will be moved into the scanner should be performed |
Proper safety checks should be done after remodeling of a new MRI scanner to ensure that the MRI is ready for patient care |
Providers should always be cognizant of the intrinsic dangers of working in a strong magnetic field |