A Stroke That Results Death of Two-Thirds of the Neurons

question 37

Multiple Choice

A stroke that results death of two-thirds of the neurons of the fingers/hand area of the somatosensory cortex would result in

• A) permanent inability to feel sensation in the contralateral fingers/hand.
• B) permanent inability to feel sensation in the ipsilateral fingers/hand.
• C) temporary inability to feel sensation in the contralateral fingers/hand, provided the patient undergoes regular physical therapy of the affected hands and fingers.
• D) temporary inability to feel sensation in the ipsilateral fingers/hand, provided the patient undergoes regular physical therapy of the affected hands and fingers.
• E) complete paralysis of the contralateral side of the body.

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