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Ch. 8 Nervous System Study Guide and Self Quiz Flashcards

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Name the 4 functions of the nervous system:

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Detect internal/external changes
Analyze this info
Organize the info
Initiate appropriate response

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Receptors . . .

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receive impulses.

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The effectors are . . .

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glands and muscles.

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Define CNS

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Central Nervous System -

which are the brain and spinal cord.

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Define PNS

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Peripheral Nervous System -

which is the cranial/spinal nerves.

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The PNS has 2 divisions. What are they?

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SNS - somatic nervous system

ANS - autonomic nervous system

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The SNS is . . .

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voluntary and controls the skeletal muscles/movement.

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The ANS is . . .

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involuntary and controls heart rate, digestion, breathing, etc.

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Name the 2 types of nerve tissue:

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neurons and neuroglia

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What are the 3 parts of a neuron?

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cell body
one or more dendrites
one axon

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Large dendrite and axons are usually covered in a sheath formed by . . .

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Schwann cells in the PNS. Schwann cells form myelin.

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Name the 3 functional types of neurons and where they are located:

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Sensory (afferent) - carries impulses toward the CNS - brain/spinal cord
Motor (efferent) - carries impulses away from the CNS toward effectors - muscles/glands
Interneurons - carries impulses within the CNS from sensory to motor.

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Which neurons are found in the PNS?

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Motor and Sensory

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Which neuron is found in the CNS?

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Interneurons

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Neuroglial cells provide ___________ and ___________ for neurons.

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Support and Protection

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Protects the CNS with ____________ and through ______________.

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Oligodendrocytes

myelin (sheath).

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The PNS has 1 type of neuroglial cell . . .

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Schwann cell - Protects axons

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The CNS has 4 types of neuroglial cells . . .

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Oligodendrocytes
Astrocytes
Microglial Cells
Ependymal Cells

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Oligodendrocytes do what?

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Covers the axons to form the myelin sheath of myelinated neurons.

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Astrocytes do what?

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Star-shaped forms the blood-brain barrier. This keeps harmful substances from getting to the brain tissue.

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Microglial cells do what?

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Engulf and digest debris and pathogens. They are phagocytic.

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CNS neuroglial cells do not conduct _______.

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Impulses

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What is the purpose of CNS neuroglial cells?

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Protection and Support

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What is phagocytosis?

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Engulfing and absorbing bacteria and other small cells and particles.

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The brain is protected by the ___________ and the spinal cord is protected by the ___________.
Cranial bones and vertebrae.
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Both the brain and spinal cord are covered by:
Meninges
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What are the 3 meninges?
Pia mater - innermost, lining brain/spinal cord Arachnoid mater - Middle membrane, spiderweb looking Dura mater - tough, fibrous, outermost layer
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What are the 6 divisions/sections of the brain?
``` Cerebrum Thalamus Hypothalamus Brainstem Cerebellum Ventricles ```
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The cerebrum has 2 hemispheres and is divided into?
4 lobes: frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital These lobes are in the same area as the named bones. The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain.
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Gyri and sulci increase?
the brain's surface area.
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Gyri are the . . .
elevations (hills) of the brain's surface.
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Sulci are the . . . .
indentations (valleys) of the brain's surface.
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The thalamus is located . . .
in the center, and is the relay station for sensory nerve impulses.
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The hypothalamus regulates . . .
body temperature and appetite.
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The brainstem is at the . . .
base of the brain.
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The brainstem includes:
Midbrain Pons Medulla oblongata
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The brainstem controls . . .
vital organs, arousal, digestion
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The cerebellum is responsible for?
Coordination and balance.
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Where is the cerebellum located?
At the base of the brain, behind the cerebrum. It looks like a walnut.
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The ventricles are . . .
4 cavities within the brain. They are lined with ependymal cells and are filled with CSF.
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Cerebrospinal fluid is secreted from the?
Choroid plexus in each ventricle.
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The blood-brain barrier limits access of blood materials to brain tissue and . . .
protects the brain from fluctuations in blood levels.
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The spinal cord extends down to what vertebra
2nd lumbar
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Gray matter is located interiorly and is surrounded by
white matter.
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Gray matter contains no. . .
myelin. It has cell bodies only which equal the gray color.
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White matter is . . .
neurons with myelinated axons that conduct impulses faster.
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Cranial and spinal nerves are located in which system?
PNS
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How many cranial nerves are there and how are they identified?
12 pairs | They are identified by Roman numerals and location - olfactory/smell.
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How many spinal nerves are there?
31 pairs.
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The afferent neurons are . . .
sensory, in the PNS, and carry impulses to CNS
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The efferent neurons are . . .
motor, in the PNS, and carry impulses away from CNS. ** motor = away
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The ANS is voluntary or involuntary?
Involuntary | *heart rate, digestion, respiration, etc.
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The ANS is divided into 2 subdivisions:
Sympathetic | Parasympathetic
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Define meningitis:
``` Inflammation of the meninges Bacterial or Viral Bacterial is the most serious/20% fatality rated Viral is the most common Both have nuchal rigidity - stiff neck. ```
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Define sciatica:
Neuritis involving the inflamed sciatic nerve - pain radiates down the thigh and leg.
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Guillain-Barre syndrome is . . .
An autoimmune disorder where the body attacks its own myelin. It is caused by a triggering event (infection stress, trauma). The patient recovers over days or months with corticosteroid treatment.
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A CVA is . . .
A cerebrovascular accident. This is a disorder of blood vessels in the brain and results from blood clots, aneurysms, or hemorrhage.
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Aphasia can happen with a stroke. Define aphasia.
Comprehension/communication disorder resulting from brain injury (trauma/stroke).
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A CVA (stroke) is the ________ highest cause of death in the U.S.
3rd
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Diabetic neuropathy is . . .
a chronic, slowly progressive condition that affects peripheral nerves. It can involve neuralgia and paraesthesia.
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Define neuralgia:
Nerve pain
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Define paresthesia:
Changes in sensation - numbness or tingling
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Diabetic neuropathy is caused by:
Arteriosclerosis - hardening of the arteries.
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Epilepsy is a seizure disorder and has what type of seizures?
Grand mal (convulsive), also called tonic/clonic, and petit mal - a brief loss of contact with reality.
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Parkinson's disease is a . . .
reduction in dopamine production by neurons and produces tremors.
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SELF-QUIZ: | What is the junction between two neurons called?
Synapse
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What is the name of a chemical substance secreted into the synaptic cleft?
Neurotransmitter
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What are ventricles and how many do we have?
Cavities within the brain containing CSF - 4
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What are the 4 types of neuroglial cells found in the CNS?
Oligodendrocytes Astrocytes Microglial cells Ependymal cells
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What is an afferent nerve?
Sensory nerve - carries impulses toward the CNS - brain/spinal cord.
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What is an axon?
A neuronal process that carries action potentials away from the cell body.
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What is the function of neuroglial cells?
To provide support and protection for neurons.
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What are meninges and what are their names?
3 protective membranes located between the CNS and surrounding bones. Pia mater, Arachnoid mater, Dura mater
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Where is the cerebellum located?
At the base of the brain, behind the cerebrum.
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What is a sulcus?
Indention in the brain's surface area.
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What is sciatica?
Neuritis involving the sciatic nerve, pain radiates down the thigh and leg.
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What is the function of the blood-brain barrier?
It limits the access of blood materials to brain tissue and protects the brain from blood level fluctuations.
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What is a gyrus?
Elevation in the brain's surface area.
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What is a Schwann cell and where is it found?
A neuroglial cell that protects axons in PNS. Schwann cells make up the myelin.
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What is an action potential?
An electrochemical signal created by and conducted along the axon of a neuron.
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What is an effector?
Glands and muscles that receive impulses to respond to stimulus.
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What is the somatic nervous system?
A division of the PNS that is voluntary and controls the skeletal muscles.
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What is meningitis?
``` Inflammation of the meninges, Caused by bacteria/virus Bacterial is the most serious (20% fatality) Viral is the most common Nuchal rigidity with both. ```
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Where is gray matter located?
Brain and spinal cord
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What kind of cells line the ventricles?
Ependymal
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What are interneurons?
Neurons that carry impulses within the CNS from sensory to motor.
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What is a CVA?
Cerebrovascular accident (stroke)
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How many pairs of cranial nerves do we have?
12
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Name the 3 parts of a neuron:
Cell body Dendrites Axon
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Name an excitatory neurotransmitter:
Acetylcholine
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Is the autonomic nervous system voluntary?
No, involuntary.
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Where does the spinal cord end?
2nd lumbar vertebra
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What is the name of the toughest, outermost covering of the brain and spinal cord?
Dura mater

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