When a Patient Undergoes a Split-Brain Operation, Which of the Following

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Multiple Choice

When a patient undergoes a split-brain operation, which of the following is likely to happen?

• A)Their behavior changes drastically.
• B)If their eyes are closed, they can verbally describe an object such as a small toy when they hold it in one hand, but not when they hold it in the other hand.
• C)Most of the time, the two hemispheres will work together even when the person is playing the piano or solving math problems.
• D)None of these

Describe the role and location of the cerebellum in coordinating movement and maintaining balance.

Understand how the prefrontal cortex is involved in planning, organizing movements, and suppressing socially inappropriate behaviors.

Recognize the impact of the cerebral cortex's occipital lobe on vision and how damage can lead to cortical blindness.

Understand the roles and functions of different parts of the central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS).

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Definitions:

Relaxed

A state of physical or mental ease, free from anxiety, stress, or tension.

Awake State

A state of consciousness where an individual is fully alert, aware, and responsive to their environment.

Body Temperatures

The measure of the warmth or coldness of a human or animal body, typically presented in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, where dreaming occurs and brain activity is similar to wakefulness.