Decerebrate posturing (abnormal extension) indicates dysfunction in which area of the central nervous system?
a. Cerebral cortex c. Cerebellum
b. Thalamus d. Brainstem
D
Abnormal flexion occurs with lesions above the midbrain in the region of the thalamus or cerebral hemispheres. Abnormal extension occurs with lesions in the area of the brainstem.
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