Dr. Vancil can tell when her patients have lost consciousness because they experience _____.
A) decreased connectivity between the cerebral cortex and subcortical areas such as the thalamus, hypothalamus, and basal ganglia.
B) increased overall activity of the cortex but decreased subcortical areas
C) loss of synchrony and connectivity between cortical areas but intact subcortical areas
D) loss of synchrony and connectivity between subcortical areas but intact cortical areas

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Decreased connectivity between the cerebral cortex and subcortical areas such as the thalamus, hypothalamus, and basal ganglia is associated with loss of consciousness. This reflects disruptions in the networks that integrate brain functions.

Dr Vancil Can Tell When Her Patients Have Lost Consciousness