Neuro Flashcards
What is the primary function of the frontal lobe?
The frontal lobe is responsible for higher cognitive functions, including reasoning, planning, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.
True or False: The occipital lobe is primarily responsible for processing auditory information.
False
Fill in the blank: The _______________ lobe is responsible for processing sensory information related to touch, temperature, and pain.
parietal
What are the main functions of the temporal lobe?
The temporal lobe is responsible for processing auditory information, language comprehension, and memory.
Which cranial nerve is responsible for smell?
Olfactory nerve (Cranial Nerve I)
Multiple Choice: Which cranial nerve controls eye movement? A) Vagus B) Optic C) Oculomotor D) Facial
C) Oculomotor
What is the role of the brainstem?
The brainstem controls basic life functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.
True or False: The cerebellum is involved in balance and coordination.
True
List the three main parts of the brain.
Cerebrum, cerebellum, and brainstem.
What does the term ‘neurological nursing’ refer to?
Neurological nursing refers to the specialized care of patients with neurological disorders and conditions.
Fill in the blank: The ____________ nerve is responsible for facial expressions.
Facial
Which cranial nerve is responsible for hearing and balance?
Vestibulocochlear nerve (Cranial Nerve VIII)
True or False: The spinal cord is part of the peripheral nervous system.
False
Central nervous systems is part of spinal cord not the PNS
What is the function of the vagus nerve?
The vagus nerve controls autonomic functions, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.
Multiple Choice: Which lobe of the brain is primarily responsible for vision? A) Frontal B) Temporal C) Occipital D) Parietal
C) Occipital
What is a common neurological assessment tool used by nurses?
The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
Fill in the blank: The ____________ nerve is responsible for controlling the muscles of mastication.
Trigeminal
What is the main function of the hypothalamus?
The hypothalamus regulates homeostasis, including temperature control, hunger, and thirst.
True or False: The limbic system is primarily involved in memory and emotion.
True
What are the symptoms of a stroke?
Symptoms may include sudden numbness, confusion, trouble speaking, vision problems, and difficulty walking.
Multiple Choice: Which cranial nerve is responsible for taste? A) Glossopharyngeal B) Vagus C) Olfactory D) Optic
A) Glossopharyngeal
What is the purpose of a neurological examination?
To assess the functioning of the nervous system and identify any abnormalities or neurological conditions.
Fill in the blank: The ____________ lobe is involved in processing visual information.
occipital
What is the primary role of the thalamus?
The thalamus send message from your senses to your brain and helps you stay awake or sleep
True or False: The right hemisphere of the brain is primarily responsible for logical reasoning.
False
What is the significance of the blood-brain barrier?
The blood-brain barrier protects the brain from harmful substances while allowing essential nutrients to pass through.
