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A 35-year-old male with a 1-week history of progressive pain radiating from the lumbar spine down the back of the leg presents to the ED. His physical examination is normal except for complaints of back pain with movement. What is the MOST appropriate imaging test? (A) No imaging is necessary; attempt conservative therapy. (B) Obtain plain films of the lumbar spine. (C) Perform MRI. (D) Perform CT.

   A 35-year-old male with a 1-week history of progressive pain radiating from the lumbar spine down the back of the leg presents to the ED. His physical examination is normal except for complaints of back pain with movement. What is the MOST appropriate imaging test?
(A) No imaging is necessary; attempt conservative therapy.
(B) Obtain plain films of the lumbar spine.
(C) Perform MRI.
(D) Perform CT.

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Emergency Medicine Examination & Board Review

Emergency Medicine Examination & Board Review

Susan Promes 3rd Edition

Chapter 14, Problem 34

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The patient has a 1-week history of progressive pain radiating from the lumbar spine down the back of the leg. This suggests a possible issue with the lumbar spine or the nerves in that area. Show more…

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A 35-year-old male with a 1-week history of progressive pain radiating from the lumbar spine down the back of the leg presents to the ED. His physical examination is normal except for complaints of back pain with movement. What is the MOST appropriate imaging test? (A) No imaging is necessary; attempt conservative therapy. (B) Obtain plain films of the lumbar spine. (C) Perform MRI. (D) Perform CT.

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