nervous system disorders Flashcards
1
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What is the nervous system
A
- Helps coordinate our movements and behaviors
2
Q
what are the NS two major Structures
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- Central nervous system: Brain and spinal cord
- Peripheral nervous system: the nerves
3
Q
what are the other organs of the nervous system
A
- Smell
- Taste
- Touch
- Sight
- Hearing
4
Q
what are the Symptoms of Nervous system disorders
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- Sudden headaches
-Loss of feeling or tingling - Weakness of muscle strength
- Double vision
- Memory loss
- Lack of coordination
- Seizures
- Slurred speech
5
Q
What is Alzheimers?
A
- Most common form of dementia
- A NSD that causes problems with memory
- affects the way we behave
6
Q
Is there a cure?
A
NO cure Just treatments
