Consciousness and Physiology Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a function of consciousness?

Reacting to external stimuli

Controlling sensory organs (correct)

Maintaining psychological functions

Regulating sleep patterns

What is the main function of the reticular activating system (RAS) in relation to consciousness?

Connecting sensory organs to the brain stem (correct)

Initiating sleep patterns

Regulating cerebral cortex activities

Filtering out external stimuli

In what ways do peripheral organs contribute to maintaining consciousness?

Causing pathological brain diseases

Bombarding the central organs with stimuli (correct)

Lowering the level of consciousness

Inducing sleep patterns

How does the decrease in external stimuli affect the level of consciousness?

Lowers the level of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain is connected to the cerebral cortex through the thalamus?

Reticular activating system Signup and view all the answers

What role does the hypothalamus play in sleep?

Regulation of sleep times and circadian rhythm Signup and view all the answers

What neurotransmitters are related to the state of alertness and sleep?

Adrenaline, noradrenaline, and serotonin Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of sleep?

Temporary and reversible suspension of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of sleep in overall body functions?

Phase of repair and maintenance for the whole body Signup and view all the answers

What does the circadian rhythm regulate?

Sleep times through the 24 hours of day and night Signup and view all the answers

Which factor influences the clinical picture of intoxication?

Expectations of substance effect Signup and view all the answers

What is a common etiological factor that may contribute to substance use?

Parental drug use Signup and view all the answers

What neurotransmitter is associated with the brain's natural pleasure and pain killing chemical?

Endorphins Signup and view all the answers

What is the state in which a person no longer responds to a drug known as?

Tolerance Signup and view all the answers

What type of addiction involves a compulsion to engage in a rewarding nonsubstance-related behavior?

Behavioral addiction Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnostic term for the specific substance abused, such as alcohol or opioids, despite harmful effects?

Substance use disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which substance class includes drugs like heroin, morphine, and oxycodone?

Opioids Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of substance use disorder?

Persistent desire or unsuccessful attempts to cut down or control use Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the reversible substance-specific syndrome due to recent ingestion of a substance?

Intoxication Signup and view all the answers

Which substance class includes drugs like cocaine, amphetamines, and methamphetamine?

Stimulants Signup and view all the answers