Assessment of an elderly male shows him to be confused. His family states that this is normal for him because he has a disease of his brain that has affected his ability to remember things. Based on this information, in what area of the brain is this disease located?

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The cerebrum is responsible for higher brain functions such as memory, reasoning, and consciousness. Diseases such as Alzheimer's primarily affect the cerebrum and can result in confusion and memory loss. The pons, brainstem, and cerebellum are involved in other functions such as motor coordination, breathing, and reflexes.

Assessment of an Elderly Male Shows Him to Be Confused