Although a patient appears to have recovered from a head injury resulting from an auto accident 3 months ago, the family reports changes in the patient's personality and behavior.The nurse should explain that these changes are probably associated with injury to which structure?

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Changes in personality and behavior following head injury are often associated with damage to the prefrontal area, which is responsible for executive functions such as decision making, problem solving, and regulating emotions.

Although a Patient Appears to Have Recovered from a Head