Mr. Pappadopolis has a neurocognitive disorder that has caused an interesting symptom: He no longer acknowledges the left side of his body. For example, he does not shave the left side of his face or button his left shirt cuff. This is a sign that he ____.
A) has Parkinson's disease
B) suffered a stroke
C) is recovering from a traumatic brain injury
D) has aphasia and agnosia

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This symptom is indicative of unilateral neglect, often resulting from damage to the brain's right hemisphere, which is common after a stroke. Patients with this condition may ignore or not be aware of the left side of their body or the left side of objects in their environment.

Mr Pappadopolis Has a Neurocognitive Disorder That Has Caused an Interesting