"Broca's Aphasia" and "Wernicke's Aphasia" Are Confusing Terms Because

question 10

Multiple Choice

"Broca's aphasia" and "Wernicke's aphasia" are confusing terms because

• A) the disorders to which they refer rarely, if ever, exist in their pure forms.
• B) the disorders to which they refer do not result from damage to Broca's and Wernicke's areas, respectively.
• C) they are predictions of the Wernicke-Geschwind model rather than common neuropsychological disorders.
• D) all of the above
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Refractory Period

A period immediately following stimulation during which a nerve or muscle is unresponsive to further stimulation.

Resolution Phase

The final phase in the sexual response cycle, characterized by a sense of relaxation and well-being following orgasm.

Physiological Arousal

The body's response to stimuli, resulting in physical and psychological activation, such as increased heart rate or alertness.

Extended Refractory

A prolonged period following an action potential during which a neuron or muscle cell is less capable of initiating another action potential.