A neurologic past medical history should include data about:
a. allergies.
b. circulatory problems.
c. educational level.
d. immunizations.
B
The neurologic past medical history should include data concerning neurovascular problems such as stroke, aneurysm, and brain surgery. The other answers are not pertinent medical information for the neurologic past medical history.
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