Question

A 45-year-old man presents with chronic low back pain without red flag symptoms. He requests MRI. According to Choosing Wisely Canada, what is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Explain that imaging is not indicated without red flags and focus on conservative management

Answer

Order MRI immediately to reassure the patient

Answer

Order CT scan instead of MRI

Answer

Refer urgently to neurosurgery

Answer

Order bone scan to exclude malignancy

Practice question

A 45-year-old man presents with chronic low back pain without red flag symptoms. He requests MRI. According to Choosing Wisely Canada, what is the most appropriate response?