A right-handed patient has been admitted with an intracerebral hemorrhage.A computed tomography (CT)scan of the patient's head reveals a large left parietal area bleed.Based on the type of stroke,which signs and symptoms might the patient exhibit?
A) Right-sided hemiplegia and receptive aphasia
B) Left-sided hemiplegia and tactile agnosia
C) Decorticate posturing and unequal pupils
D) Unilateral neglect and dressing apraxia

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Damage to the dominant hemisphere produces problems with speech and language and abstract and analytic skills.

A Right-Handed Patient Has Been Admitted with an Intracerebral Hemorrhage