A Patient Has Great Difficulty in Maintaining His Posture, Walking

question 46

Multiple Choice

A patient has great difficulty in maintaining his posture, walking, and coordinating his movements. His brain injuries probably involve the

• A)cerebellum.
• B)corpus callosum.
• C)superior colliculus.
• D)third ventricle.

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Definitions:

Digestive System

The system of organs responsible for processing food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste products from the body.

Cerebral Palsy

A neurological disorder caused by a non-progressive brain injury or malformation that occurs while the child's brain is under development, affecting motor skills and muscle coordination.

Spina Bifida

A developmental anomaly involving the spine and membranes around the spinal cord not fully enclosing.

Body Degeneration

The decline or deterioration of the body's tissues, organs, or functions, typically due to aging or disease processes.