When the Patient Known for Years as H

question 374

Multiple Choice

When the patient known for years as H.M. was a young man, doctors surgically removed his _____ in an attempt to treat his epileptic seizures.

• A) cerebellum
• B) amygdala
• C) hippocampus
• D) hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Upper Limb

Refers to the human arm, extending from the shoulder to the hand, including all the segments and joints in between.

Elbow

A joint connecting the forearm to the upper arm, allowing for a range of movements including bending and straightening.

Deep

Refers to something extending far down from the surface or top.

Surface

The outermost or topmost boundary of an object or space, which can be perceived or touched.