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Here is some sample content from MRI Scan Exams - Patient Preparation:

	POLICY: To instruct patients on preparation needed prior to a Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI scan. PROCEDURE: shall be responsible for instructing the patient on any necessary preparation for the MRI scan. Physician orders for MRI scan preparation shall be followed; however, in general the following can be explained to the patient: No special dietary preparation is necessary MRI scans to not affect the ability to drive Valuables are not to be taken into the scan room Prior to entering the MRI scanner, the technologists will screen patients for safety, including reviewing possible...
Second excerpt:
	...watcher, credit cards, sharp objects such as scissors The type of MRI scanner that will be used open, tunnel as well as the possibility of claustrophobic sensations The possibility that intravenous injection of contrast may be used A basic description of the MRI scanning procedure, including: The patient will be lying on the MRI scan table for between 40 minutes and one 1 hour. The patient may be asked by the technologist to hold his/her breath at certain points during the scan. ...