Deep brain stimulation is a potential treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Into which nucleus are the electrodes be inserted? Select all that apply       Substanita nigra     Subthalamus         Thalamus     Caudate     Globus pallidus interna       Globus pallidus externa       Putamen

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