What Symptoms Would You Expect to See in a Patient

Question

What symptoms would you expect to see in a patient with damage to the basal nuclei?
A) inability to process thoughts in a rational way
B) visual problems
C) facial tics
D) problems in rhythmic movements related to skeletal muscles
E) anger problems

Accepted Answer

Damage to the basal nuclei can result in difficulty in initiating and coordinating movements, such as walking or other rhythmic movements related to skeletal muscles. This can lead to symptoms such as tremors, difficulty with balance, and involuntary movements. The other symptoms listed are not typically associated with damage to the basal nuclei.