Blunt trauma injuries may not fully reveal the degree or depth of injury.What noninvasive diagnostic test is critical to diagnosis in potential traumatic brain injury?

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Depending on the MOI,such as a fall,CT scans of the head and abdomen may be performed.A CT scan of the brain may reveal an injury incompatible with life.Because injuries in blunt trauma are very difficult to diagnose,the CT scan is frequently done before patient transfer to the OR.

Blunt Trauma Injuries May Not Fully Reveal the Degree or Depth