Chapter 9 Diagnostic Tests and Procedures Flashcards
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Cerebral angiography
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Imaging to see blood vessels in brain to find clogs, hemorrhaging, etc.
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Electroencephalogram (EEG)
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Imaging to see electrical impulses through brain
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Lumbar puncture (LP) AKA Spinal tap
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Extraction of CSF from spinal cavity. Preformed by nurse anesthetist or anesthesiologist. Catheter is put into spine and needle is inserted to extract CSF.
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Deep tendon reflexes (DTR)
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Regular reflexes of knees, abn reflex indicates nerve problem.