Jamie's physician has ordered a magnetic resonance image scan because he suspects that Jamie may have experienced which of the following?
A) a stroke
B) Huntington's disease
C) Alzheimer's disease
D) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans are commonly used to diagnose and assess the extent of damage caused by strokes. MRI scans can provide detailed images of the brain and can help identify any abnormalities or damage to the brain tissue caused by a stroke. MRI scans can also be used to monitor the progression of a stroke and to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.

Option B) Huntington's disease is typically diagnosed with genetic testing and neurological exams, so an MRI may not be the first diagnostic test ordered.

Option C) Alzheimer's disease is usually diagnosed based on clinical symptoms, such as memory loss and cognitive decline, rather than imaging tests.

Option D) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects the lungs, and an MRI is not a standard diagnostic tool for this condition.

Jamie's Physician Has Ordered a Magnetic Resonance Image Scan Because