While neuropsychologists are not responsible for conducting physical examinations, they do perform many of the noninvasive procedures that a neurologist might perform as part of a physical examination, such as cognitive and behavioral assessments, EEGs, and MRIs. They are not trained in the use of equipment like CT scans and PET scans, and they are not legally entitled to do everything a neurologist can do with a patient in most states.

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Neuropsychologists

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Neuropsychologists

A) do not conduct physical examinations of an individual, since that is the sole responsibility of the neurologist.
B) perform many of the noninvasive procedures that a neurologist might perform as part of a physical examination.
C) are trained in the use of equipment such as CT scans and PET scans.
D) are legally entitled to do everything a neurologist can do with a patient in most states.

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