DeMarco has been diagnosed as being in a minimally conscious state. Which of the following behaviours is DeMarco most likely to exhibit?

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A minimally conscious state is characterized by periods of purposeful movement and some level of awareness of the environment, although this awareness may be limited. Therefore, option B, deliberate movements such as following a pencil with his eyes, is the most likely behaviour for someone in a minimally conscious state to exhibit. Options A and C may occur in other states of consciousness such as a coma or persistent vegetative state, but not in a minimally conscious state. Option D, no EEG brain activity, is not consistent with a minimally conscious state, as there must be some level of brain activity for purposeful movements and awareness to occur.

DeMarco Has Been Diagnosed as Being in a Minimally Conscious