Exam 10: The Nervous System

Match each part of the central nervous system with its corresponding description or function. -part of the brainstem that contains the "vital centers"

Match each part of the central nervous system with its corresponding description or function. -brain structure that associates sensations with emotions

The pia mater,the arachnoid mater,and the dura mater are part of the meninges.

Another name for tic douloureux is

The autonomic nervous system is considered a subdivision of the central nervous system.

Functions of the hypothalamus include assisting in maintaining proper body temperature and playing an important role in the arousal or alerting mechanism of the brain.

Name and describe the three layers of the meninges.

Explain the functions of efferent neurons,afferent neurons,and interneurons.

Dopamine and levodopa are equally effective in treating Parkinson disease because they are both able to enter the brain.

The spinal cord consists of both white and gray matter.

Why is it necessary for both the parasympathetic nervous system and sympathetic nervous system to function properly to maintain normal body function?

Which of the following is not a function of the hypothalamus?

The dura mater is deep to both the arachnoid mater and the pia mater.

Match each part of the central nervous system with its corresponding description or function. -islands of gray matter in the white matter of the cerebrum

Explain the structure and function of the spinal cord.

The interior of a neuron that is carrying a nerve impulse has more sodium ions in it than the interior of a neuron that isn't carrying a nerve impulse.

Which of the following statements is not true of the spinal cord?

The process of axon repolarization returns the negative charge to the interior of the axon.

Describe cerebral palsy and list its possible causes.

Only myelinated axons have saltatory conduction.