Mrs. Tanneman has brought her husband to your office because she says "he just doesn't seem to understand anything anymore." She says he often just sits on the couch for hours staring into space and does not respond when she speaks to him. When he does respond to her questions, sometimes his answers don't have anything to do with the question she asked. Which of the following neurological tests would provide the most helpful information about Mr. Tanneman's health?

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A PET scan would provide information about brain function and metabolism, which can help identify areas of reduced activity or dysfunction that might explain Mr. Tanneman's symptoms.

Mrs Tanneman Has Brought Her Husband to Your Office Because