The Nervous System Flashcards
1
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neuron
A
Nerve cell, highly specialized to transmit nerve impulses
2
Q
synapse
A
Gap between two neurons
3
Q
PCA
A
Patient controlled analgesia, pump used to control pain meds
4
Q
CNS
A
Central nervous system (brain and spinal cord)
5
Q
PNS
A
Peripheral nervous system (all nerves outside CNS)
6
Q
CR
A
Controlled release
7
Q
SR
A
Slow release
8
Q
XL
A
Extended release
9
Q
/
A
Per
10
Q
Afferent Pathway
A
Body to brain (sensory neurons)
11
Q
Efferent Pathway
A
Brain to body (motor neurons)
12
Q
2nd job of CNS
A
Maintain homeostasis
13
Q
Homeostasis
A
Overall balance in the body, all body systems working together at optimal performance
14
Q
Non-narcotic Analgesics
acetaminophen
A
Tylenol
15
Q
Non-narcotic Analgesics
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
A
Bufferin
16
Q
NSAID
A
With meals, PC (after meals)
