The Area of the Brain Initially Affected by Lewy Bodies

question 22

Multiple Choice

The area of the brain initially affected by Lewy bodies is the:

• A)substantia nigra.
• B)hypothalamus.
• C)amygdala.
• D)cerebellum.

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Definitions:

Nasogastric Tube

A flexible tube inserted through the nose into the stomach to deliver nutrition or medication, or to remove stomach contents.

Liquid Forms

Medications or solutions prepared in a liquid state for easier ingestion or use in medical procedures.

Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Tube

A tube inserted into the stomach through the abdominal wall, allowing for direct feeding, hydration, or medication administration.

Jejunostomy Tube

Hollow tube inserted into the jejunum through the abdominal wall for administration of liquefied foods to patients who have a high risk of aspiration.