"I couldn't believe it. It happened so fast. I started to walk over with the wrench and it just ripped out of my hand. It flew into the magnet, smashed into the wall and bounced back onto the magnet. Lucky no one got hurt. That wrench was really moving. And nobody else was in there and I just didn't know the magnet was always on."

"I'll never make that mistake again. Just before the scan was to start I brought the patient in on the gurney. When I got within about three feet of the magnet the oxygen bottle just slid right off the bottom rack and jumped up into the magnet. It was terrifying. Thankfully, everyone's all right, but when I think what could have happened. From now on I'll check everything with the hand magnet."

This module is intended for all staff that enter the MR imaging area to review the established procedures that will prevent ferro metallic, hazardous material, fire or other forms of injury to patients, visitors or staff in the MR imaging environment.

By completing this module, you will be able to:

1. Describe 2 items that can be taken into the MRI suite.
2. List 3 pieces of equipment that should not be taken into the MRI suite.
3. Identify 2 classifications of Level one and Level two personnel.
4. State where the 4 zones involved with the MRI are located.
5. Explain some of the consequences of quenching the MRI machine.
6. Describe the procedure for handling emergency that occur in the MRI suite.

To complete this module, you must view the video, review the module, complete the post-test and print the certificate of completion. Successful completion of this module requires a passing score of 80% or better on the exam. Upon completion of this course, the information will be entered into your education record.

To get started, log into HealthStream and click on Catalog. Once there you may search for "MRI" or open the category view and click on Center for Nursing Education. Click on the self-study module and enroll in the course to begin the content.