A brain trauma in which the brain has been shifted from its normal position and is pressed against the skull, often resulting in bruised tissue, coma, or delirium, is referred to as a
a. contusion.
b. concussion.
c. stroke.
d. laceration.
Question 2ALL BUT WHICH of the following is an accurate statement about head injury?
a. Most head injuries are relatively mild.
b. Head injury is a leading cause of death and disability in young people in the U.S.
c. Head injuries are classified as either concussions or perforations.
d. All of the above are true.
Question 3In recent months, Percy has been experiencing difficulty with his coordination and balance that is growing progressively worse. Which area of the brain, below, would you guess is involved in his problems?
a. the cerebellum
b. the parietal lobe
c. the cerebral cortex
d. the limbic system
Question 4Following a bicycle accident where her (helmetless) head hit the asphalt, Ally is experiencing impaired tactile perception. She most likely has damage to the __________ lobes.
a. parietal
b. temporal
c. frontal
d. occipital
Question 5Scott is injured in a car accident and experiences a lesion to the left temporal lobe. It is most likely that this lesion will cause impairment in Scott's
a. equilibrium.
b. vision.
c. emotional regulation.
d. language-related abilities.
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