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1
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A typical motor neuron

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Axon

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Functions of an axon

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Conducts impulse away from the cell body.

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Functions of an axon Hillock

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Generates A.P.

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Functions of a dendrite

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Convey incoming messages toward the cell body.

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Functions of a myelin sheath

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Insulates and protects axons,

conducts impulse quicker made by Schwan cells in the PNS and oligodendrocytes in CNS

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Functions of a node of ranvier

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Gaps in the sheath

Allows an action potential to propagate quickly down an axon.

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Functions of a cell body

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Biosynthetic Center

Contains all organelles except centrioles.

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Acetycholine

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Leads to muscle contraction

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Cranial nerves

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Olfactory

Optic

Oculomotor

Trochlear

Trigeminal

Abducens

Vestibulocochlear

Glossopharyneal

Vagus

Spinal Accessory

Hypoglossal

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Olfactory-

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smell

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Optic-

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sight

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Oculomotor-

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move eyes, raise eyelids

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13
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Trochlear-

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move eyes

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14
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Trigeminal-

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facial sensation

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15
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Abducens-

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lateral eye movement

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16
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Vestibulocochlear-

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hearing

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17
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Glossopharyneal-

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pharynx, tonsils, tongue

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Vagus-

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speech

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19
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Spinal Accessory-

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thorax, abdomen, larynx, neck, back

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20
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Hypoglossal-

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tongue

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21
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LP vs. Epidural

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Epidural- put in medicine, epidural space, helps with pain.

LP- takes out CSF, Subarachnoid space, check for meningitis.

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22
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decussation of the pyramids-

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crossover

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23
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gyri-

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elevated ridges

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24
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sulci-

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shallow grooves

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25
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fissures-

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deeper grooves

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26
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Polio-

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Called Poliomyelitis

a. “polio” = gray matter
b. myelitis = inflammation of spinal cord

  1. Poliovirus kills anterior horn motor neurons
    a. fever, headache, muscle pain & weakness

b. muscle atrophy & paralysis (why can it kill?)
c. enters body in feces contaminated water

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27
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ALS-

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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis a.k.a. Lou Gehrig’s Disease

  1. Progressive destruction of anterior horn motor neurons and pyramidal tract
  2. Cause: Genetic (free radicals or excess glutamate)
  3. Death within 5 yrs
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28
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Quadrapeligia-

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a. transection in C region

b. all limbs affected

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Parapeligia-

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a. transection between T1 – L1

b. lower limbs affected

30
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Spina Bifida-

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  1. Incomplete formation of vertebral arches
  2. Most frequently occurring permanently
    disabling birth defect
  3. Severity
    a. S.B. occulta: one/few vertebrae

b. S.B. cystica: sac-like cyst protrudes
1) meningocele (meninges & CSF)
2) myelomeningocele (also spinal cord)
4. Folic Acid, Folic Acid, Folic Acid!

31
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MS-

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Autoimmune disease

Young Adults mostly affected

Myelin Sheaths in CNS attacked, inflammation occurs & scleroses form

Impulse conduction slows & eventually stops

32
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Hyrdocephalus-

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A build-up of fluid in the cavities deep within the brain.

33
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Spinal Cord: characteristics-

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Length: 17in (42cm)

foramen magnum to L1-L2

Width: Your Thumb

31 Pairs of Spinal Nerves Cervical & Lumbar Enlargements

34
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This structure in the brain is important for memory.

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Hippocampus

35
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The shallow groove that separates the temporal lobe from the parietal lobe.

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Lateral sulcus

36
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The deep groove that separates the temporal lobe from the cerebellum

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Transverse fissure

37
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Area responsible for filtering out sensory info so that you can concentrate

38
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Neurotransmitter is released from the the?

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Presynaptic terminal

39
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What separates the R & L cerebral hemispheres?

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Longitudinal fissure

40
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What structures would you expect to find in your cerebrum?

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Basal nuclei, cortex, and corpus callosum

41
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What functions would you expect the cerebrum to perform?

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Initiating skeletal muscle contraction and thinking of a list of “Preyisms”

42
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What structure is immediately superior to the pons?

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The midbrain

43
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What is responsible for initiating muscular movement?

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The cerebrum

44
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The cells that produce myelin in the peripheral nervous system (PNS) are called _____ and in the central nervous system (CNS) are called _____.

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Schwan cells and oligodendrocytes

45
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What do the thalamus, hypothalamus, and pineal gland make up?

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Diencephalon

46
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These star shaped neuroglial cells act as environmental regulators as they contribute greatly to the blood brain barrier

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Astrocytes

47
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As it relates to your brain, which term does not fit with the other three: functional, sensory, association, and motor?

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Functional

48
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What part of the brain is responsible for giving you the sensation that lead you to ask “Mr. Prey, can I go get a drink because I’m thirsty?”

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Hypothalamus

49
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TRUE/FALSE: Altheimer’s disease is associated with a shortage of ACh and structural changes in the brain. AD patients represent nearly 1/2 of all people in nursing homes

50
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Which of the following activities is associated with the parasympathetic system: embarrassment, excitement, exercise, emergency, or diuresis

51
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What is the deep groove that separates the cerebrum from the cerebellum?

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The transverse fissure

52
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What is the area responsible for filtering out sensory information so that you can concentrate?

53
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Name the largest region of the brain

54
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Select any and all structures that you would expect to find superficial to your brain: skull, meninges, CSF, or choroid plexus.

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Skull, meninges, and CSF.

55
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As it relates to your brain, which term does not fit the other three: pons, midbrain, thalamus, or medulla oblongata

56
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What brain structure functions in water balance and appetite and is an integral component of the limbic system

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Hypothalamus

57
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What cell lines the central cavities of the brain and the spinal cord and contains cilia that help circulate CSF?

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Ependymal cells

58
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Which the following is not innervated by the autonomic system: smooth muscle, gastric glands, sweat glands, skeletal muscle, or cardiac muscle?

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Skeletal muscle

59
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Select any and all answers that describe the functions of the brain stem: Control of respiratory rate, recalling memories, control vomiting, or control of emotions.

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Control of respiratory rate and control of vomiting

60
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What area of your brain is responsible for analyzing the experience of taking this test on the computer?

61
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Name the thin layer of gray matter on the surface of the cerebrum responsible for communication

62
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The cerebellum aids in the maintenance of what?

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Balance and posture

63
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What separates the temporal lobe from the parietal lobe?

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Lateral sulcus

64
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What is the correct order of protection of the brain and spinal cord starting superficially with the bone (cranium for brain and vertebrae for spinal cord) going deep?

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Epidural space, Dura mater, Subdural space, Pia mater, Arachnoid space, Subarachnoid spaceEpidural space, dura mater, subdural space, arachnoid mater, subarachnoid space, and pia mater.

65
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Which of the following statements are true?
Endorphins are neurotransmitters that inhibit pain; its’ effects are mimicked by morphine. Dopamine is often referred to as a “feel good” neurotransmitter. Dopamine levels are deficient in Parkinson’s patients. Glutamate is important in learning and memory; also known as the “stroke neurotransmitter”.

66
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What does the corpus callosum connect?

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Right and left cerebral hemispheres

67
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Select all structures that are considered part of the CNS: The brain, spinal cord, cranial nerves, heart, and spinal nerves

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The brain and the spinal cord

68
Q

Broca’s area in the brain is associated with the ability to….?

69
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Decussation of the pyramids (crossing over) takes place in which portion of the brain

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Medulla oblongata

70
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What is the approximate weight in pounds of the human brain

71
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The shallow groove that separates the temporal lobe from the parietal lobe is called what

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Lateral sulcus

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