Which of the Following Conditions May Be a Contraindication for Head

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conditions may be a contraindication for head CT?

• A)Epidural hematoma
• B)Intracranial hemorrhage
• C)Brain abscess
• D)Sensitivity to iodinated contrast media

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Definitions:

Cerebellum

A portion of the brain located at the back of the skull, responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture.

Hippocampus

A region of the brain that plays major roles in short and long-term memory and spatial navigation.

Brain Stem

The part of the brain that connects the spinal cord with the forebrain and cerebrum, crucial for regulating basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.

Myelin

A fatty substance that surrounds and insulates the nerve fibers in the central and peripheral nervous systems, facilitating the rapid transmission of nerve impulses.