Central Nervous System Flashcards
A function of the neuroglia is to ________
Support and protect neurons
A neurilemma is formed by________
Schwann cells
Neurons that conduct signals to the central nervous System are _________
Sensory neurons
When a neuron is positively charged on the outside of the cell membrane and negatively charge on the inside it has ____________
Membrane potential
When a neuron is negatively charged on the outside and positively charged on the inside it has__________, which is also known as a _________
Action potential
Nerve impulse
Nerve Axon repair in the peripheral nervous system is performed by the_________
Neurilemma
The action potential between neurons occurs across the synaptic cleft because of__________
Neurotransmitters
The neurotransmitter (chemical) that primarily excites the skeletal muscles is___________
Acetylcholine
The part of the brain that interprets sensory data and compares it with past memories and experiences is the____________
Cerebrum
The structure that connects the right and left hemispheres of the cerebrum is the __________
Corpus callosum
The primary area of the brain that would process the pain/pleasure aspect of massage is the ____________
Parietal lobe 
Activities that occur in the cerebrum after sensory signals are received, and before motor responses are sent are called ____________
Integrative functions 
Conscious awareness of our environment is related to what structural and functional area of the brain?
Reticular activating system
The area of the brain responsible for motor sequencing, posture in relationship to the environment, and processing of spatial relations is the ___________________
Parietal lobe
Uncontrolled emotional display may indicate problems with what brain area?

Limbic system
Protein synthesis and physical brain changes in the temporal lobes support long-term memory with_________
Engrams 
Which drug is a CNS depressant? Cocaine, caffeine, alcohol, or amphetamines? 
Alcohol
Which brain area regulates vital life functions, such as the heartbeat, blood pressure and breathing? 
Medulla oblongata 
Pleasure states experienced during massage that support mind-body health are processed in what area of the diencephalon? 
Thalamus
A massage session that incorporates rocking affects the vestibular system, including the labyrinthine righting reflexes. Which brain area is also stimulated to coordinate appropriate posture? 
Cerebellum 
The protective membrane that adheres to the brain is the ___________
Pia mater
What is the largest portion of the brain also known as the forebrain? 
Cerebrum
Lobe that controls personality and behavior, emotion, and intellectual functions
Frontal
Lobe that receives and evaluates sensory information of temperature pressure, touch, taste, and pain
Parietal
Lobe responsible for the reception and evaluation of information involved in hearing and smell
Temporal
Lobe responsible primarily for control of the voluntary skeletal muscles and activities that involve concentration and planning 
Frontal
Which part of the brain regulates and coordinates functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, thirst and hunger?
Hypothalamus
Part of the brain that acts as a relay station for all sensory input except smell.
Thalamus
Gland in the brain that functions as an internal biological clock that regulates daily and yearly rhythms
Pineal gland
Which part of the brain maintains balance and posture, and coordinates normal movements 
Cerebellum
What are the three layers of the meninges? Which one adheres directly to the brain and spinal cord?
- Dura Mater
- Arachnoid Mater
- Pia Mater (directly attached to brain and spinal cord)
Which spinal root carries sensory information and which spinal root carries motor information?
Dorsal - sensory
Ventral - motor
