as in they are in the operating room. One example is the need of imaging pediatric patients. Small children tend
not to stay still enough for adequate results, and therefore need sedation. Unless properly
planned, pediatric supplies are not commonly found throughout the hospital. Delays in
procuring critical care items could lead to disastrous results.
The special needs of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and radiation oncology (e.g.,
proton beam accelerators) present unique challenges to all involved in their use. The most
significant are magnets and invisible forces. Both technologies involve strong forces that
cannot be seen, and catastrophic events can result if mistakes occur. Specialized equipment
is needed, to detect the energy field generated by both types of devices