Understanding RIS and PACS

The video tutorial explains the roles of RIS (Radiology Information System) and PACS (Picture Archive Communication System) in medical imaging. It uses a story about a patient named Bob to illustrate how RIS is used to manage patient data and schedule appointments. The tutorial further describes how RIS integrates with imaging processes to ensure accurate data management. It concludes with how a radiologist uses PACS to analyze images and generate reports, highlighting the seamless integration of these systems in healthcare.

What does RIS stand for?

• Radiology Integrated System

• Radiology Interactive System

• Radiology Imaging System

• Radiology Information System

What is the primary function of RIS in a medical setting?

• To store medical images

• To manage patient information and scheduling

• To diagnose medical conditions

• To perform medical imaging

Who helps Bob schedule his appointment at the imaging center?

• The technologist

• The radiologist

• The doctor

• The receptionist

What action does Sarah take to schedule Bob's appointment?

• She sends an email

• She calls the technologist

• She drags and drops his info into the calendar

• She writes it down manually

How does RIS help in avoiding confusion during imaging?

• By storing images securely

• By adding patient information to images

• By providing diagnostic tools

• By scheduling appointments

What does PACS stand for?

• Picture Analysis and Control System

• Picture Archive and Control System

• Picture Analysis and Communication System

• Picture Archive Communication System

What does Mary do with the images in PACS?

• She sends them to the patient

• She modifies the contrast and takes measurements

• She deletes them

• She prints them

Which tool does Mary use to enter her conclusions in the report?

• A dictation tool

• A typing tool

• A drawing tool

• A scanning tool

What triggers the billing process in the RIS and PACS workflow?

• Scheduling an appointment

• Completing the imaging process

• Signing the report

• Viewing the images

Who receives the final report after Mary signs it?

• The patient

• The technologist

• The referring physician

• The receptionist