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What verbal response indicates a patient is fully oriented?
What verbal response indicates a patient is fully oriented?
- Confused
- Oriented to time, person and place (correct)
- Inappropriate words
- Incomprehensible sounds
Which motor response reflects a patient's ability to obey commands?
Which motor response reflects a patient's ability to obey commands?
- Flex to withdraw from pain
- Moves to localised pain
- Obeys command (correct)
- Abnormal flexion
What is the lowest level of eye-opening response according to the scale?
What is the lowest level of eye-opening response according to the scale?
- To speech
- Spontaneously
- No response (correct)
- To pain
Which of the following responses indicates the least reactive verbal behavior?
Which of the following responses indicates the least reactive verbal behavior?
If a patient shows abnormal flexion in response to a stimulus, what level of motor response are they demonstrating?
If a patient shows abnormal flexion in response to a stimulus, what level of motor response are they demonstrating?
Which symptom is commonly associated with strokes that involves difficulty in maintaining physical stability?
Which symptom is commonly associated with strokes that involves difficulty in maintaining physical stability?
If a person exhibits a sudden inability to speak clearly, what stroke symptom might they be showing?
If a person exhibits a sudden inability to speak clearly, what stroke symptom might they be showing?
What action should be taken immediately if someone shows signs of a stroke?
What action should be taken immediately if someone shows signs of a stroke?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT part of the BEFAST stroke recognition tool?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT part of the BEFAST stroke recognition tool?
Which of the following symptoms refers specifically to changes in visual perception during a stroke?
Which of the following symptoms refers specifically to changes in visual perception during a stroke?
Which component occupies the largest segment in the pie chart?
Which component occupies the largest segment in the pie chart?
What is the smallest segment represented in the pie chart?
What is the smallest segment represented in the pie chart?
Which of the following accurately describes the segments of the pie chart?
Which of the following accurately describes the segments of the pie chart?
If the pie chart is divided into three equal parts, which component is most likely to dominate?
If the pie chart is divided into three equal parts, which component is most likely to dominate?
In terms of fluid content, which segment would likely contribute the least volume in the context of the brain?
In terms of fluid content, which segment would likely contribute the least volume in the context of the brain?
What is the primary function of the Olfactory nerve?
What is the primary function of the Olfactory nerve?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for lateral movement of the eyeballs?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for lateral movement of the eyeballs?
What does the Vagus nerve primarily control?
What does the Vagus nerve primarily control?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial sensation and expression?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial sensation and expression?
What is the function of the Hypoglossal nerve?
What is the function of the Hypoglossal nerve?
What is the Babinski sign indicative of in adults?
What is the Babinski sign indicative of in adults?
How does the plantar reflex present in adults?
How does the plantar reflex present in adults?
What would indicate a normal response in a Babinski reflex test for adults?
What would indicate a normal response in a Babinski reflex test for adults?
Which reflex is considered abnormal specifically in adults?
Which reflex is considered abnormal specifically in adults?
In which age group is the Babinski reflex typically considered normal?
In which age group is the Babinski reflex typically considered normal?
Which type of brain herniation involves downward displacement of the cerebellar tonsils through the foramen magnum?
Which type of brain herniation involves downward displacement of the cerebellar tonsils through the foramen magnum?
What is a symptom commonly associated with ascending transtentorial herniation?
What is a symptom commonly associated with ascending transtentorial herniation?
Which brain herniation type causes compression of the cingulate gyrus under the falx cerebri?
Which brain herniation type causes compression of the cingulate gyrus under the falx cerebri?
Which type of herniation is characterized by the inferior displacement of the medial temporal lobe past the tentorium cerebelli?
Which type of herniation is characterized by the inferior displacement of the medial temporal lobe past the tentorium cerebelli?
What can be a potential outcome of central transtentorial herniation?
What can be a potential outcome of central transtentorial herniation?
What effect does the sympathetic nervous system have on the heart?
What effect does the sympathetic nervous system have on the heart?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
In terms of bladder activity, how does the sympathetic system respond?
In terms of bladder activity, how does the sympathetic system respond?
What change occurs in the intestines during a sympathetic response?
What change occurs in the intestines during a sympathetic response?
How does the parasympathetic system affect salivation?
How does the parasympathetic system affect salivation?
What is a primary function of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?
What is a primary function of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?
Which of the following responses is associated with the parasympathetic division?
Which of the following responses is associated with the parasympathetic division?
How does the sympathetic division affect the kidneys?
How does the sympathetic division affect the kidneys?
Which physiological change occurs during activation of the parasympathetic division?
Which physiological change occurs during activation of the parasympathetic division?
What impact does the sympathetic division have on digestion?
What impact does the sympathetic division have on digestion?
What is the function of the afferent neurons in the reflex arc?
What is the function of the afferent neurons in the reflex arc?
What role does the interneuron play in the reflex arc?
What role does the interneuron play in the reflex arc?
What is the primary outcome of the withdrawal reflex?
What is the primary outcome of the withdrawal reflex?
Where do pain receptors transmit signals after being stimulated by a hot object?
Where do pain receptors transmit signals after being stimulated by a hot object?
Which neuron is responsible for transmitting the impulse to the muscle after the interneuron?
Which neuron is responsible for transmitting the impulse to the muscle after the interneuron?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial expression?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial expression?
What is the primary function of the Glossopharyngeal nerve?
What is the primary function of the Glossopharyngeal nerve?
Which cranial nerve controls tongue movement and speech?
Which cranial nerve controls tongue movement and speech?
What test is used to assess the function of the Optic nerve?
What test is used to assess the function of the Optic nerve?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for controlling most eye movements?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for controlling most eye movements?
What is the function of the Vestibulocochlear nerve?
What is the function of the Vestibulocochlear nerve?
Which nerves are categorized as both sensory and motor?
Which nerves are categorized as both sensory and motor?
What is the primary function of the Vagus nerve?
What is the primary function of the Vagus nerve?
Study Notes
Behaviour Response
- Eye-opening responses are categorized as:
- Spontaneous (4)
- To speech (3)
- To pain (2)
- No response (1)
- Verbal responses include:
- Oriented (5)
- Confused (4)
- Inappropriate words (3)
- Incomprehensible sounds (2)
- No response (1)
- Motor responses are assessed by:
- Obeying commands (6)
- Moving to localized pain (5)
- Flexing to withdraw from pain (4)
- Abnormal flexion (3)
- Abnormal extension (2)
- No response (1)
Reflex Arc
- Pain receptors in the skin detect heat and send signals through:
- Afferent neurons to the spinal cord
- Interneurons connect to efferent neurons
- Efferent neurons cause muscle contraction to withdraw from harm
- Afferent neurons transmit impulses toward the central nervous system (CNS)
- Efferent neurons transmit impulses away from the CNS
- The withdrawal reflex is a protective involuntary response.
Cranial Nerves
- Cranial nerves originate from the brain stem, carrying information to and from the body.
- Key functions of cranial nerves include:
- Olfactory: Smell
- Optic: Visual acuity
- Oculomotor: Eye movement and pupil dilation
- Trochlear: Vertical eye movement
- Trigeminal: Facial sensation and expression
- Abducens: Lateral eye movement
- Facial: Taste and facial expression
- Auditory: Hearing and balance
- Glossopharyngeal: Taste and swallowing
- Vagus: Throat sensation and visceral muscle function
- Accessory: Head and shoulder movement
- Hypoglossal: Tongue movement
Spotting a Stroke - BEFAST
- Balance loss: Difficulty maintaining stability
- Eyesight changes: Blurred or altered vision
- Face drooping: Asymmetry or weakness in facial muscles
- Arm weakness: Inability to raise both arms equally
- Speech difficulty: Slurred or incomprehensible speech
- Time to call 911: Immediate action required for potential stroke
Autonomic Nervous System
Parasympathetic Division
- Functions include:
- Pupils constrict
- Heart rate slows
- Digestion stimulates
- Bladder constricts
Sympathetic Division
- Functions include:
- Pupils dilate
- Heart rate increases
- Airways dilate
- Liver releases glucose
Differences Between Sympathetic and Parasympathetic
- Parasympathetic actions generally promote rest and digestion, while sympathetic actions prepare the body for 'fight or flight' responses.
Cranial Nerve Tests
- Tests include a variety of sensory and motor evaluations for each cranial nerve to assess neurological function.
- Common tests involve visual assessments (Snellen chart), facial expressions, and responses to sensory stimuli.
Brain Herniation Types
- Transcalvarial: Brain displacement through skull defects.
- Ascending transtentorial: Cerebellum compression and midbrain issues lead to coma.
- Tonsilar: Downward displacement causing respiratory issues.
- Subfalcine: Compression leading to behavioral changes and weakness.
- Central transtentorial: Progressive downward displacement results in severe symptoms including coma.
- Uncal transtentorial: Medial temporal lobe displacement causing various neurological symptoms.
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This quiz evaluates the understanding of the behaviour responses of patients in medical settings, focusing on eye opening, verbal, and motor responses. Familiarize yourself with the various levels of response to injury or stimuli, crucial for assessing patient conditions. Perfect for medical students and healthcare professionals.
