The Nervous system Anatomy Flashcards
(14 cards)
What organs does the nervous system contain
Brain , Spinal Chord and nerves
What is the function of the brain
controls thoughts, memory, emotions, touch, motor skills, visions, breathing, temperature and hunger
what are the three units of the brain
cerebrum, cerebellum, medulla oblongata
What are the 7 parts of the brain
Frontal lobe, Temporal lobe, Parietal lobe, Occipital lobe, the cerebellum, and the brain stem
what are the two hemispheres of the brain
right and left
what are the two parts of the nervous system
peripheral and central nervous system
definition of neurology
Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
how much does the brain weigh
three pounds
what part of the body does right and left control
right controls the left, the left controls the right
what are the three types of neurons
sensory, motor, Interneurons
what is the peripheral nervous system made of
made up of nerves that exit brain or spinal cord
how many pairs of cranial nerves are there
12 pairs of nerves
what does the neurosurgeon do
provides surgical treatment for trauma and other conditions requiring surgery
What does the neurologist do
specialized involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of nervous system diseases and disorders
