After rehabilitation for severe brain damage following a motor vehicle accident, a patient reports that her thought processes and ability to concentrate are impaired.Which area does the nurse suspect is damaged?
A) Thalamus
B) Limbic
C) Prefrontal
D) Occipital

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The prefrontal cortex is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as thought processes, concentration, and decision-making. Damage to this area can impair these abilities.

After Rehabilitation for Severe Brain Damage Following a Motor Vehicle