MRI NON-PATIENT SAFETY SCREENING FORM
Student Name:
Student ID no.:
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PURPOSE: The MR system is composed of a very strong magnetic field. The MR system magnet is ALWAYS
on, and all metal objects must be removed prior to entering the MR system room. Certain implants, devices, or
objects may be hazardous to you when entering the MR environment. Do not enter the MR system room or MR
environment if you have any question or concern regarding an implant, device, or object. All individuals must be
screened to determine eligibility to enter the restricted MR environment, including the examination room. If you
had an incident of metal in their eyes will require an orbital x-rays may be required as part of the screening
process. If you are pregnant during your clinical rotation, you must inform your clinical coordinator at your site.
Please answer the following questions:
Yes
No
Have you EVER done metal work (i.e.: welding, grinding, cutting) as a
hobby, profession, or at school?
If YES, please specify: ___________________________________________________________
If YES, did you ALWAYS wear eye protection while working with metal: YES NO
Yes
No
Have you EVER had metal fragments (e.g., metallic silvers, shavings, foreign
bodies) in your eyes from any accidents, welding, grinding or cutting?
If YES, please specify: ___________________________________________________________
Yes
No
Have you EVER been injured by a metallic object or foreign body (e.g., BB,
bullet, shrapnel, etc.)?
If YES, please specify: ___________________________________________________________
Yes
No
Have you EVER had any prior surgery/operation/invasive procedure (e.g.,
heart, brain, eye abdominal, orthopedic, etc. surgery)? Listing surgeries can
help identify potential unknown implants.
If YES, please specify date and type of surgery: _______________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Yes
No
Were implants inserted in your body as a result of the surgery/procedure(s)?
If YES, please specify:
Implant name and/or type: __________________________________________________
Implant make and model (if available): ________________________________________
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Please indicate if you have any of the following:
YES NO
Aneurysm clip(s)
Cardiac pacemaker
Implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
Electronic implant or device
Magnetically-activated implant or device
Neurostimulation system
Spinal cord stimulator
Internal electrodes or wires
Bone growth/bone fusion stimulator
Cochlear, otologic, or other ear implant
Insulin or other infusion pump
Implanted drug infusion device
Any type of prosthesis (eye, penile, etc.)
Heart valve prosthesis
Eyelid spring or wire
Artificial or prosthetic limb
Metallic stent, filter, or coil
Shunt (spinal or intraventricular)
Vascular access port and/or catheter
Radiation seeds or implants
Swan-Ganz or thermodilution catheter
Any metallic fragment or foreign body (e.g., bullets, shrapnel)
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YES NO
Tissue expander (e.g., breast)
Aortic stents/repairs
Hearing aid (Remove before entering MR system room)
Other implant: _______________________________________________
I have read and understand the contents of this form. I attest that the above information is correct
to the best of my knowledge.
Person Completing Form:
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Date:
For Office Use: Form Information Reviewed By:
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