학술논문

When should we image our patients? Appropriate use of imaging in inpatient psychiatry.
Document Type
Journal Article
Source
Australasian Psychiatry. Jun2021, Vol. 29 Issue 3, p286-288. 3p.
Subject
*ADULTS
*PSYCHIATRY
*DIAGNOSTIC imaging
*MEDICAL care costs
*PSYCHIATRISTS
Language
ISSN
1039-8562
Abstract
Objective: Injudicious use of medical imaging may be associated with harm to patients and increased downstream healthcare costs. Guidance on the use of imaging in common psychiatric inpatient scenarios is inconsistent or absent. This paper explores three common clinical scenarios facing adult psychiatrists and provides guidance about the appropriate use of imaging.Conclusion: Psychiatrists and their junior colleagues would benefit from considering both pre- and post-test probability in each presentation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]