Neuroimaging Flashcards

1
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What is the primary advantage of MRI over CT for brain imaging?

A

MRI provides better soft tissue contrast.

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2
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Fill in the blank: The ________ is a structure in the brain responsible for coordination and balance.

A

cerebellum

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3
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Which imaging technique is preferred for detecting brain tumors in pediatric patients?

A

MRI

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4
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What is the purpose of contrast agents in MRI?

A

To enhance the visibility of certain structures.

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5
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Identify the structure: It is the largest part of the human brain and is involved in higher cognitive functions.

A

Cerebrum

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6
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True or False: The brainstem controls basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.

A

True

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7
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What does T1-weighted MRI emphasize?

A

Fat and anatomical detail.

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8
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Which pediatric brain structure is most commonly associated with hydrocephalus?

A

Ventricles

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9
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the limbic system? A) Hippocampus B) Amygdala C) Cerebellum D) Thalamus

A

C) Cerebellum

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10
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What imaging technique is often used to assess acute head trauma in children?

A

CT scan

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11
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Fill in the blank: The ________ is the thin layer of tissue covering the brain.

A

meninges

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12
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Identify the structure: This part of the brain is responsible for processing visual information.

A

Occipital lobe

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13
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What is the significance of the corpus callosum?

A

It connects the left and right cerebral hemispheres.

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14
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Multiple Choice: Which imaging modality is safer for children due to no radiation exposure? A) CT B) MRI C) X-ray D) PET

A

B) MRI

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15
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What does DTI stand for in the context of MRI?

A

Diffusion Tensor Imaging

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16
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Fill in the blank: The ________ lobe is primarily responsible for auditory processing.

A

temporal

17
Q

Identify the structure: This part of the brain regulates hormones and is involved in homeostasis.

A

Hypothalamus

18
Q

True or False: Pediatric brains are more susceptible to radiation damage than adult brains.

A

True

19
Q

What is the role of the thalamus in the brain?

A

It acts as a relay station for sensory information.

20
Q

Multiple Choice: Which structure is primarily involved in memory formation? A) Cerebellum B) Hippocampus C) Brainstem D) Basal ganglia

A

B) Hippocampus

21
Q

What is one common indication for performing a brain MRI in children?

A

Suspected brain tumor or lesion.

22
Q

Identify the structure: This part of the brain is essential for voluntary motor control.

A

Basal ganglia

23
Q

What is the abbreviation for Focal aware seizure?

A

FAS

24
Q

What is the abbreviation for Focal impaired awareness seizure?

A

FIAS

25
Q

What does FMS stand for in seizure types?

A

Focal motor seizure

26
Q

What is the abbreviation for Focal nonmotor seizure?

A

FNMS

27
Q

What is the abbreviation for Focal epileptic spasm?

A

FES

28
Q

What does FBTCS stand for?

A

Focal to bilateral tonic-clonic seizure

29
Q

What is the abbreviation for Generalized tonic-clonic seizure?

A

GTCS

30
Q

What does GAS stand for in seizure types?

A

Generalized absence seizure

31
Q

What is the abbreviation for Generalized motor seizure?

A

GMS

32
Q

What does GES stand for?

A

Generalized epileptic spasm

33
Q

What is the abbreviation for Unknown onset tonic clonic seizure?

A

UTCS