A Neurosurgeon Is Electrically Stimulating Different Regions of a Patient's

question 102

Multiple Choice

A neurosurgeon is electrically stimulating different regions of a patient's primary motor cortex using fine electrodes.As the electrodes are moved to different areas, each stimulus causes the patient to experience

• A) an increase in heart rate.
• B) pain in different parts of the body.
• C) greater visual sensitivity to light.
• D) muscle twitches.
• E) vivid memories.

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Definitions:

Episodic Memory

The type of memory that involves recollection of specific events, situations, and experiences.

Personal Events

Specific occurrences or experiences in an individual's life that have significant personal meaning or impact.

Declarative Memory

A type of long-term memory that involves the conscious recollection of specific facts and events that one can verbally describe.

Prospective Memory

The sector of memory concerned with the ability to remember to implement future intended actions or recall set intentions for later execution.