A client has been diagnosed with memory dysfunction associated with Alzheimer's disease. The nurse determines that damage to the client's brain includes deterioration of temporal lobe structures and the nerves of which of the following?
A) Basal ganglia
B) Limbic system
C) Frontal lobe
D) Hippocampus
Ans: D
Deterioration of the nerves of the hippocampus and other related temporal lobe structures are associated with Alzheimer's disease. The basal ganglia are involved with motor functions; the frontal lobe contains the primary motor area, Broca's area (for speech), personality, and working memory. The limbic system modulates basic emotions, needs, drives, and instinct.
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