SF1: A&P Review and Assessment/Dx Tests Flashcards
The Thalamus and Hypothalamus are part of the _______ area of the brain.
Diencephalon
Thalamus
Where is it?
The thalamus is a paired gray matter structure of the diencephalon located near the center of the brain. It is above the midbrain, allowing for nerve fiber connections to the cerebral cortex in all directions
Thalamus
What is its function?
The primary function of the thalamus is to relay motor and sensory signals to and from the cerebral cortex
Hypothalamus
Where is it?
The hypothalamus is located on the undersurface of the brain. It lies just below the thalamus and above the pituitary gland
Hypothalamus
What is its function?
The hypothalamus is a gland in your brain that controls your hormone system. It releases hormones to another part of your brain called the pituitary gland, which sends hormones out to your different organs.
What are some things that the hypothalamus hormones control?
- Body temperature
- Heart rate
- Hunger
- Mood
- Release of hormones from many glands, especially the pituitary gland
- Sex drive
- Sleep
- Thirst
What are glial cells?
Non-neuronal cells located within the CNS and PNS that provide physical and metabolic support to neurons, including neuronal insulation and communication, and nutrient and waste transport.
What are Astrocytes?
• Astrocytes are the most numerous cell type within the central nervous system (CNS) and perform a variety of tasks, from axon guidance and synaptic support, to the formation and control of the blood brain barrier and blood flow.
People with Parkinson’s Disease lack what neurotransmitter?
• Dopamine
GABA is a type of amino acid that is used in _______ _____ and _____ _____.
• Seizure control, pain management
What are the functions of the Frontal Lobe?
• Short term memory • Social behaviour • Personality • Emotion • Higher intellect • Initiation • Broca’s Area o Formation of speech • Aids in respiration • Gastrointestinal activity
What are the functions of the Temporal Lobe?
• Long Term Memory • Interpretive Area • Primary Auditory Area • Wernicke’s Area o Comprehension of speech
What are the functions of the Parietal Lobe?
- Primary Motor area
- Sensory association area
- Left from right
- Discernment of spatial awareness (Proprioception)
Where are the basal ganglia located and what is their function?
• They are part of the Diencephalon essential for motor control
Information from the external environment go to the ____ which is responsible for maintaining _____.
• Hypothalamus, homeostasis