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Question 5 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology B

Dr. Orozco is discussing treatment options with her patient, and she recommends deep brain stimulation to reduce the patient’s symptoms. The patient most likely suffers from

Answer
A
Alzheimer’s disease.
B
strokes.
C
Parkinson’s disease.
D
lupus.

Explanation

Deep brain stimulation uses implanted electrodes to alter activity in specific brain circuits. It is commonly used to reduce movement symptoms such as tremors and stiffness in Parkinson’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease, strokes, and lupus are not the conditions most typically treated this way.

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