The nurse teaches a patient about computed tomography (CT scan) to diagnose a potential spinal cord disorder. Which patient statement indicates a correct understanding of the information presented?
A) "A CT scan allows my provider to visualize the bony structures of the spine."
B) "A CT scan allows my provider to monitor for soft tissue damage to my spine."
C) "A CT scan measures electrical impulse within muscle tissue in the spinal area."
D) "A CT scan measures pressure by injecting dye into my spinal canal."
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