A Patient's Chart Indicates That She Just Had Surgery to Remove

question 28

Multiple Choice

A patient's chart indicates that she just had surgery to remove her hippocampi as a result of a tumor. What change do you anticipate in the patient after the operation?

• A) She will not be able to process colors.
• B) She will have problems experiencing hunger.
• C) She will not be able to remember new information.
• D) She will not be able to perform tasks such as block designs.

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Definitions:

Androgens

A group of hormones that play a role in male traits and reproductive activity; present in both males and females.

Ovaries

The female reproductive organs responsible for producing eggs (ova) and sex hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone.

Pituitary Gland

is a small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, often termed the "master gland" because it controls the activities of other endocrine glands, influencing growth, metabolism, and reproductive functions.

Mammary Glands

Specialized organs in mammals that produce milk to feed young offspring.