NERVOUS SYSTEM PROCEDURES Flashcards
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Neurologist
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a medical doctor who diagnoses, treats and manages disorders of the brain and nervous system
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Lumbar (spinal) puncture or tap (LP)
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may be done to diagnose or treat a condition
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Brain scan
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uses special X-rays measurements to produce images (often called slices) of the brain
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Electroencephalography (EEG)
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a medical test used to measure the electrical activity of the brain
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Computed tomography (CT)
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uses x-rays and digital computer technology to create detailed pictures of the body
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
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A procedure that uses radio waves, a powerful magnet, and a computer to make a series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body
