Patients with brain injury may have difficulty switching between patterns of thought on the Trail-making Test. These patients are said to ___.

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Perseveration is the repetition of a particular response (such as a word, phrase, or gesture) despite the absence or cessation of a stimulus. It is commonly seen in patients with brain injuries who have difficulty switching between tasks or thoughts, which is what the Trail-making Test assesses.

Patients with Brain Injury May Have Difficulty Switching Between Patterns