Elmer is 80 years old and has been diagnosed with dementia. When Elmer sees his reflection in a mirror or window, he no longer recognizes himself and instead starts yelling at the man in the mirror. Which part of consciousness appears to be disrupted in Elmer?
A. awareness
B. attention
C. default mode network
D. sense of self
Answer: D
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