NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

BRAIN

PONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The finger to nose test is a good assessment for ____ damage
A
caudate nucleus
B
fornix
C
cerebellar
D
anterior cingulate gyrus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It can be seen in individuals with cerebellar damage due to brain trauma, brain tumors, metabolic diseases, and demyelinating or degenerative disorders. Dysmetria can be demonstrated by clinical tests to assess coordination, such as the finger to nose test and heel to shin test.

Detailed explanation-2: -An MRI of the brain might help determine possible causes. An MRI can sometimes show shrinkage of the cerebellum and other brain structures in people with ataxia. It may also show other treatable findings, such as a blood clot or benign tumor.

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