Chapter 15 non word parts

Question 1

A bulging, weak area in the wall of an artery that supplies blood to the brain.

Answer 1

Cerebral Aneurysm

Question 2

Progressive muscle atrophy caused by degeneration and scarring of neurons along the lateral columns of the spinal cord that control muscles (also called Lou Gehrig disease)

Answer 2

ALS - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Question 3

Blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or reduced , often by a blood clot. After a short time, blood flows again and the symptoms go away. This is a sudden deficient supply of blood.

Answer 3

Transient ischemic attack (TIA)

Question 4

The blood flow to part of the brain stays blocked, and the brain has permanent damage. Hemorrhagic _____ is a result of bleeding (also called CVA –cerebrovascular accident)

Answer 4

Stroke

Question 5

Paralysis of muscles on one side of the face caused by inflammation or compression of the facial nerve – cranial nerve VII. Usually temporary.

Answer 5

Bell Palsy

Question 6

Viral disease that affects the peripheral nerves and causes blisters on the skin that follow the course of the affected nerve (also called herpes zoster) Sciatica – inflammation of sciatic nerve, causing pain that travels from thigh through the leg to foot and toes.

Answer 6

Shingles

Question 7

Inflammation of sciatic nerve, causing pain that travels from thigh through the leg to foot and toes.

Answer 7

Sciatica

Question 8

Condition characterized by recurrent seizures; a general term given to a group of neurologic disorders, all characterized by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Answer 8

Epilepsy

Question 9

Chronic degenerative disease characterized by sclerotic patches along the brain and spinal cord; signs and symptoms fluctuate over the course of the disease; more common symptoms include fatigue, balance and coordination impairments, numbness, and vision problems.

Answer 9

Multiple sclerosis

Question 10

Recording (scan of) blood vessels of the cerebrum (after contrast agent injected).

Answer 10

Cerebral Angiography

Question 11

Insertion of needle into subarachnoid space for many reasons including removal of cerebrospinal fluid (also called spinal tap).

Answer 11

Lumbar Puncture (LP)

Question 12

Nuclear medicine procedure creating computerized images of chemical changes.

Answer 12

PET Scan- Positron emission tomography

Question 13

Record of electrical activity of the brain.

Answer 13

EEG – electroencephalogram

Question 14

Intrusive, unwanted thoughts that result in tendency to perform repetitive acts or rituals.

Answer 14

Obsessive –compulsive disorder (OCD)

Question 15

Spectrum of mental disorders, onset infancy or childhood, preoccupation with subjective mental activity, inability to interact socially and impaired communication (also referred to as _____ spectrum disorders).

Answer 15

Autism

Question 16

Feelings of apprehension, tension, or uneasiness arising typically from the anticipation of unreal or imagined danger.

Answer 16

Anxiety Disorder

Question 17

Disorder of learning and behavioral problems – marked inattention, distractibility, impulsiveness and hyperactivity.

Answer 17

ADHD - Attention Deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Question 18

Major psychological disorder typified by disturbance in mood – manic and depressive episodes.

Answer 18

Bipolar Disorder

Question 19

Physician who studies and treats disorders of the mind. Can prescribe medications for patients.

Answer 19

Psychiatrist

Question 20

Specialist of the mind (Clinical psychologists have graduate training in clinical psychology, administer psychological tests and treat individuals with disturbances of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders by counseling therapy.)

Answer 20

Psychologist

Question 21

Significant behavioral health disorder in which some people exposed to a traumatic event go on to develop a series of symptoms related to it such as mentally re-experiencing a traumatic event.

Answer 21

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Question 22

Lack of muscle coordination.

Answer 22

Ataxia

Question 23

Injury to the brain caused by minor or major head trauma; symptoms include vertigo, headache, and possible loss of consciousness.

Answer 23

Concussion

Question 24

Sudden, involuntary contraction of a group of muscles.

Answer 24

Convulsion

Question 25

Manner or style of walking.

Answer 25

Gait

Question 26

Paralysis from the waist down caused by damage to the lower level of the spinal cord.

Answer 26

Paraplegia

Question 27

Sudden, abnormal surge of electrical activity in the brain, resulting in involuntary body movements or behaviors.

Answer 27

Seizure

Question 28

Tube implanted in the body to redirect the flow of a fluid.

Answer 28

Shunt

Question 29

Fainting or sudden loss of consciousness caused by lack of blood supply to the
cerebrum.

Answer 29

Syncope