Wilhelm Had a Neurodegenerative Disorder That Caused Memory Loss

question 16

Multiple Choice

Wilhelm had a neurodegenerative disorder that caused memory loss.After he dies,an autopsy is performed.This shows an excessive amount of amyloid plaques and tangles in his brain.The most likely diagnosis is that Wilhelm suffered from ____.

• A) frontotemporal degeneration
• B) Alzheimer's disease.
• C) Korsakoff's psychosis.
• D) severe brain trauma

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Definitions:

Diffusion

The movement of particles from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

Contractions of the Stomach

Rhythmic contractions of the stomach muscles that help in mixing and breaking down food as part of the digestive process.

Muscle Tissue Type

Categorizes into skeletal, smooth, and cardiac, each with distinct structure and function in movement and support.

Smooth

Used to describe textures that are even and unmarked by ridges or indentations, often perceived as pleasant to the touch.