Module 15

Question 0

The theory that the spinal cord contains a neurological “gate” that blocks pain signals or allows them to pass on to the brain. The “gate” is opened by the activity of pain signals traveling up small nerve fibers and is closed by activity in larger fibers or by information coming from the brain.

Answer 0

Gate-control theory

Question 1

The principle that one sense may influence another, as when the smell of food influence its taste.

Answer 1

Sensory interaction

Question 2

The system for sensing the position and movement of individual body parts.

Answer 2

Kinesthesis

Question 3

The sense of body movement and position, including the sense of balance.

Answer 3

Vestibular sense