A patient is admitted with possible head and spinal cord injuries sustained after falling from a ladder. The diagnostic test that will identify the type and extent of injuries for this patient would be which of the following?

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the most appropriate choice for identifying the type and extent of injuries sustained after a fall from a ladder. MRI provides detailed images of soft tissue and can identify any damage to the head and spinal cord. X-rays, such as cervical spine x-rays or spinal cord x-rays, are generally less useful in identifying soft tissue injuries. A cerebral angiogram would be used to visualize blood vessels in the brain, which would not be the primary concern in this case.

A Patient Is Admitted with Possible Head and Spinal Cord