A patient's chart indicates he just had surgery to remove his hippocampus as a result of a tumor. What change do you anticipate in the patient after the operation?
a) The patient will not be able to process colors.
b) The patient will have problems experiencing hunger.
c) The patient will not be able to remember new information.
d) The patient will not be able to perform tasks such as block designs.
ANS: C, Damage to the hippocampus results in long-term memory problems.
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