B3.1.5 - Nervous system change Flashcards
1
Q
What are some effects of PNS damage?
A
- loss of co ordination
- numbness
- an inability to detect pain
2
Q
What is the PNS?
A
It consists of all the neurones that connect the CNS to the rest of the body
3
Q
What are some effects of CNS damage?
A
- a loss of control of body systems
- partial or complete paralysis
- memory loss or processing difficulties
4
Q
What is Huntington’s disease?
A
It is a condition that stops parts of the brain working properly over time. It is inherited from a person’s parents.
5
Q
How can you treat a brain tumour?
A
Radiotherapy and chemotherapy
6
Q
How can you remove damaged brain tissue?
A
By surgery
