Scheduling & Discharge Instructions

1.Scheduling instructions

• To schedule all routine imaging exams and our special programs, please call 02-2771-8151 ext. 2736, 2737 or come to our scheduling desk
• To schedule interventional imaging exams, please contact to Doctor Chi (PHS0968534766) or call 02-2771-8151 ext. 2739 or send a consultation sheet to our department
• Call your doctor for a follow-up appointment

2.Discharge instructions following contrast medium injection

General Information

1. You may feel discomfort after a contrast enhanced exam. After administration of contrast medium, you may experience nausea, hot feeling or skin itching. These symptoms usually disappear without treatment. During this time you are advised to stay indoors with a responsible adult.
2. You must be accompanied home by a responsible adult even if you are traveling by taxi. You are advised not to drive a car or operate any hazardous machinery for 24 hours.
3. Do not travel alone by public transportation the rest of the day.
4. Drinking plenty of water is encouraged since it may speed up the clearance of the contrast medium from your body.

Diet

1. You may resume a normal diet as soon as you are able. If you experience any nausea or vomiting, try sips of clear fluid such as ginger ale and nibble on soda crackers.

Notify your doctor if any of the following happens:

Dizziness, blurred vision, severe skin rash, short of breath, chest tightness etc..