Which Is LEAST Helpful in Detecting Brain Lesions

question 164

Multiple Choice

Which is LEAST helpful in detecting brain lesions?

• A) an X ray
• B) a blood test
• C) a PET scan
• D) an echoencephalograph

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Definitions:

Rhinal Cortex

A part of the brain involved in the consolidation of memories and the processing of odors, located in the medial temporal lobe.

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobe, crucial for decision making, problem-solving, and controlling social behavior.

Medulla

An area at the base of the brainstem that controls vital functions such as heartbeat and breathing.

Eyewitness Testimony

The account given by people of an event they have witnessed, often used as evidence in the legal system.