Which of the following conditions is an indication of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) use in a patient with a suspected pulmonary embolism?
1) Pregnancy
2) Asthma
3) End-stage renal disease
4) Emphysema

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1) Pregnancy is a condition where MRI is preferred over CT pulmonary angiography (CTPA) to avoid radiation exposure to the fetus. 3) End-stage renal disease is a condition where MRI is preferred because contrast used in CTPA can further damage the kidneys.

Which of the Following Conditions Is an Indication of Magnetic