A Physician May Order an EEG Study If the Patient

Question

A physician may order an EEG study if the patient is suspected of having .
A) a possible fracture of the frontal bone
B) brain damage resulting from a deep cut in the scalp
C) a broken nose
D) a tumor

Accepted Answer

An EEG (electroencephalogram) study is used to assess the electrical activity in the brain and is commonly ordered for conditions affecting brain function, such as tumors, seizures, and other neurological conditions. It is not typically used for diagnosing fractures, cuts, or injuries to the nose.