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Central Nervous System Flashcards

1
Q

A function of the neuroglia is to ________

A

Support and protect neurons

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2
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A neurilemma is formed by________

A

Schwann cells

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3
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Neurons that conduct signals to the central nervous System are _________

A

Sensory neurons

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4
Q

When a neuron is positively charged on the outside of the cell membrane and negatively charge on the inside it has ____________

A

Membrane potential

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5
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When a neuron is negatively charged on the outside and positively charged on the inside it has__________, which is also known as a _________

A

Action potential

Nerve impulse

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6
Q

Nerve Axon repair in the peripheral nervous system is performed by the_________

A

Neurilemma

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7
Q

The action potential between neurons occurs across the synaptic cleft because of__________

A

Neurotransmitters

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8
Q

The neurotransmitter (chemical) that primarily excites the skeletal muscles is___________

A

Acetylcholine

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9
Q

The part of the brain that interprets sensory data and compares it with past memories and experiences is the____________

A

Cerebrum

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10
Q

The structure that connects the right and left hemispheres of the cerebrum is the __________

A

Corpus callosum

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11
Q

The primary area of the brain that would process the pain/pleasure aspect of massage is the ____________

A

Parietal lobe 

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12
Q

Activities that occur in the cerebrum after sensory signals are received, and before motor responses are sent are called ____________

A

Integrative functions 

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13
Q

Conscious awareness of our environment is related to what structural and functional area of the brain?

A

Reticular activating system

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14
Q

The area of the brain responsible for motor sequencing, posture in relationship to the environment, and processing of spatial relations is the ___________________

A

Parietal lobe

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15
Q

Uncontrolled emotional display may indicate problems with what brain area?


A

Limbic system

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16
Q

Protein synthesis and physical brain changes in the temporal lobes support long-term memory with_________

A

Engrams 

17
Q

Which drug is a CNS depressant? Cocaine, caffeine, alcohol, or amphetamines? 

A

Alcohol

18
Q

Which brain area regulates vital life functions, such as the heartbeat, blood pressure and breathing? 

A

Medulla oblongata 

19
Q

Pleasure states experienced during massage that support mind-body health are processed in what area of the diencephalon? 

A

Thalamus

20
Q

A massage session that incorporates rocking affects the vestibular system, including the labyrinthine righting reflexes. Which brain area is also stimulated to coordinate appropriate posture? 

A

Cerebellum 

21
Q

The protective membrane that adheres to the brain is the ___________

A

Pia mater

22
Q

What is the largest portion of the brain also known as the forebrain? 

A

Cerebrum

23
Q

Lobe that controls personality and behavior, emotion, and intellectual functions

A

Frontal

24
Q

Lobe that receives and evaluates sensory information of temperature pressure, touch, taste, and pain

A

Parietal

25
Q

Lobe responsible for the reception and evaluation of information involved in hearing and smell

A

Temporal

26
Q

Lobe responsible primarily for control of the voluntary skeletal muscles and activities that involve concentration and planning 

A

Frontal

27
Q

Which part of the brain regulates and coordinates functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, thirst and hunger?

A

Hypothalamus

28
Q

Part of the brain that acts as a relay station for all sensory input except smell.

A

Thalamus

29
Q

Gland in the brain that functions as an internal biological clock that regulates daily and yearly rhythms

A

Pineal gland

30
Q

Which part of the brain maintains balance and posture, and coordinates normal movements 

A

Cerebellum

31
Q

What are the three layers of the meninges? Which one adheres directly to the brain and spinal cord?

A
  • Dura Mater
  • Arachnoid Mater
  • Pia Mater (directly attached to brain and spinal cord)
32
Q

Which spinal root carries sensory information and which spinal root carries motor information?

A

Dorsal - sensory
Ventral - motor

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