Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 7 - The Nervous System - Review Questions - Page 303: 45

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She probably has sensory aphasia. It is caused by damage to the cerebral hemisphere. In her case, this damage might be caused by her automobile accident. Language related information is stored in the cerebral hemisphere, and due to damage to that part, a person with sensory aphasia loses her ability to understand written or spoken language. But her intellect is not harmed.

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