Decerebrate posturing (abnormal extension)indicates dysfunction in which area of the central nervous system?
A) Cerebral cortex
B) Thalamus
C) Cerebellum
D) Brainstem

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Abnormal flexion occurs with lesions above the midbrain in the region of the thalamus or cerebral hemispheres.Abnormal extension occurs with lesions in the area of the brainstem.

Decerebrate Posturing (Abnormal Extension)indicates Dysfunction in Which Area of the Central