Quiz on Medical Electronics and Imaging

What was the first major milestone in medical electronics?

• MRI Scanner

• Ultrasound

• ECG by Willem Einthoven

• CT Scan

Which device is primarily used for real-time tracking of brain activity?

• MRI

• EEG

• ECG

• Pulse Oximeter

What is the primary function of a pacemaker?

• To analyze blood samples

• To regulate abnormal heart rhythms

• To monitor blood oxygen levels

• To visualize body tissues

Which imaging technique uses ionizing radiation?

• MRI

• EEG

• Ultrasound

• X-ray

What is a significant advantage of MRI over X-ray?

• Lower cost

• No radiation exposure

• Better for bone imaging

• Faster imaging

Which of the following is NOT a component of medical electronics?

• Sensors

• Surgical Instruments

• Therapeutic Devices

• Diagnostic Equipment

What is the primary purpose of medical imaging?

• To analyze blood samples

• To treat diseases

• To create visual representations of the inside of the body

• To monitor patient health

Which imaging technique is best for soft tissue imaging?

• CT Scan

• X-ray

• MRI

• Ultrasound

What is a limitation of X-ray imaging?

• Is not safe for pregnant women

• Involves high costs

• Cannot show soft tissues well

• Requires long imaging times

What principle does CT imaging rely on?

• Sound wave reflection

• Magnetic resonance

• Rotating X-rays

• Photoelectric effect