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After Reviewing the Single Photon Emission Computerized Tomography (SPECT) Report

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After reviewing the single photon emission computerized tomography (SPECT) report of a client who has dementia with Lewy bodies, the nurse anticipates delusional behavior in the client. In which area of the brain does the nurse observe hyperperfusion according to the SPECT?


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