Nervous System Flashcards
1
Q
Agoraphobia
A
Fear of open spaces
2
Q
Alzheimer’s disease
A
Progressive dementia caused by destruction of cells
3
Q
Ataxia
A
Unco-ordinated gait
4
Q
Autism
A
Absorption with the self
5
Q
Claustrophobia
A
Fear of enclosed spaces
6
Q
Coma
A
Complete unconsciousness
7
Q
Convulsion
A
Spasmodic contraction and relaxation of muscles in a fit
8
Q
Dysarthria
A
Difficulty in speaking due to nerve damage
9
Q
Dyskinesia
A
Abnormal movements associated with side effects of tranquilising drugs
10
Q
Dyslexia
A
Word blindness
11
Q
Dyspraxia
A
Difficulty in making accurate skilled movements
12
Q
Epilepsy
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Condition of suffering seizures – abnormal brain activity
13
Q
Hemiparesis
A
Weakness of one side of the body
14
Q
Hemiplegia
A
Paralysis of one side of the bod
15
Q
Meninges
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Covering of the brain and spinal cord
