Although a patient appears to have recovered from a head injury resulting from an auto accident 3 months ago, the family reports changes in the patient's personality and behavior
The nurse should explain that these changes are probably associated with injury to which structure?
a. Pons
b. Parietal lobe
c. Prefrontal area
d. Caudate nucleus
C
The prefrontal area is the seat of personality. It is responsible for thought, goal-oriented behavior, and inhibition. The other structures have less significant roles in personality change.
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