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What is the function of the meninges in the central nervous system?
What is the function of the meninges in the central nervous system?
- To protect the brain and spinal cord from toxins (correct)
- To process sensory information
- To absorb cerebrospinal fluid
- To regulate blood flow to the brain
What is the purpose of the blood-brain barrier?
What is the purpose of the blood-brain barrier?
- To prevent toxins from entering the brain (correct)
- To promote the flow of cerebrospinal fluid
- To enhance sensory processing
- To support communication between brain regions
What is the main role of dura mater in the central nervous system?
What is the main role of dura mater in the central nervous system?
- It forms a tough protective layer around the brain (correct)
- It regulates neural impulses
- It produces cerebrospinal fluid
- It processes sensory information
How is meningitis primarily detected for diagnosis?
How is meningitis primarily detected for diagnosis?
Which structure is responsible for draining cerebrospinal fluid to the jugular vein for reabsorption into the bloodstream?
Which structure is responsible for draining cerebrospinal fluid to the jugular vein for reabsorption into the bloodstream?
Where is the subdural space located in relation to the dura mater and arachnoid mater?
Where is the subdural space located in relation to the dura mater and arachnoid mater?
What is the function of CSF (Cerebrospinal fluid) within the subarachnoid space?
What is the function of CSF (Cerebrospinal fluid) within the subarachnoid space?
Which layer is described as 'Spider mother' in the text?
Which layer is described as 'Spider mother' in the text?
Where are the ventricles located within the brain?
Where are the ventricles located within the brain?
What is the pathway of CSF flow starting from the lateral ventricles?
What is the pathway of CSF flow starting from the lateral ventricles?
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