Level 1 Formative Exam: Semester 1
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The failure of the amnion to divide completely can result in the formation of conjoined monozygotic twins.

True (A)

Chorion division is not relevant in the formation of conjoined monozygotic twins.

False (B)

Complete division of the embryonic disc will always prevent the formation of conjoined monozygotic twins.

True (A)

The failure of the embryonic disc to divide completely is a significant factor in the creation of conjoined twins.

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A completely divided chorion will result in the formation of conjoined monozygotic twins.

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The corpus luteum secretes progesterone.

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The hormone oxytocin is secreted by the corpus luteum.

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Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is produced by the corpus luteum.

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Luteinizing hormone (LH) is a product of the corpus luteum.

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Prolactin is secreted by the corpus luteum during pregnancy.

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Facilitated diffusion requires energy input to transport molecules across a membrane.

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Osmosis is the movement of water across a semi-permeable membrane.

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Primary active transport moves ions against their concentration gradient without the use of energy.

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Simple diffusion can occur with any type of molecule regardless of size and polarity.

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Vesicular transport involves the movement of materials into and out of cells via membrane-bound vesicles.

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Local anesthetic drugs take effect by blocking neurotransmitter release from neuronal terminals.

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Local anesthetic drugs function by blocking the action of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the synapse.

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Inhibiting the action of acetylcholinesterase is a primary mechanism of local anesthetic drugs.

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The mechanism of local anesthetics includes blocking sodium channels on neurons.

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Local anesthetics are ineffective at the synaptic level.

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Epinephrine is the most abundant signaling molecule released from the adrenal medulla.

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Acetylcholine is primarily released from the adrenal medulla.

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Dopamine is the predominant hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla.

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Norepinephrine is less abundant than epinephrine when released from the adrenal medulla.

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Serotonin is the main hormone produced in the adrenal medulla.

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The major mode of removal of catecholamines from the synaptic cleft is reuptake by the presynaptic nerve terminal.

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Endocytosis by the postsynaptic neuron is the main method for removing catecholamines from the synaptic cleft.

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Catecholamines are typically removed from the synaptic cleft through diffusion rather than reuptake.

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The primary removal mechanism of catecholamines is a passive process requiring energy.

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Catecholamines can be broken down by enzymes into inactive metabolites following their removal from the synaptic cleft.

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Saltatory conduction in myelinated axons results from decreased __________ at the nodes of Ranvier.

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Myelination allows __________ conduction of action potentials along the axon.

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The segments of myelin increase the __________ of the axon.

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The nodes of Ranvier are critical for the __________ of action potentials in myelinated neurons.

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In myelinated axons, action potentials jump between nodes due to __________ conduction.

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The ______ is the conical structure at the lower end of the spinal cord.

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The ______ plays a crucial role in relaying sensory information and regulating autonomic functions.

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The ______ is involved in auditory and visual processing.

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The ______ regulates vital functions such as breathing and heart rate.

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The ______ is part of the brain responsible for processing emotions and sensory information.

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Paralysis of the ______ muscle can affect the focusing ability of the eye.

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The constrictor ______ muscle is responsible for controlling the size of the pupil.

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Paralysis of the ______ muscle can lead to a dilated pupil.

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Paralysis of the medial ______ muscle can result in problems with eye movement.

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Paralysis of the upper ______ muscles of the eyelids can cause difficulty keeping the eyes open.

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The cranial nerve that contains parasympathetic fibers is the ______ nerve IX.

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Cranial nerves such as the ______ nerve XI do not contain parasympathetic fibers.

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The ______ nerve II is responsible for vision and does not contain parasympathetic fibers.

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The ______ nerve IV is involved in motor functions related to eye movement and lacks parasympathetic fibers.

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Among the cranial nerves, the ______ nerve VI is involved in eye movement but does not contain parasympathetic fibers.

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The stimulation of seminal fluid and ______ secretions is important for male reproductive health.

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Vasoconstriction of sex organs leads to their ______ during certain physiological responses.

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The adrenal medulla releases ______, which is one of the main signaling molecules for the body's fight-or-flight response.

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The adrenal medulla primarily secretes ______ along with epinephrine, although in lesser amounts.

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Catecholamines are removed from the synaptic cleft primarily through ______ by the presynaptic nerve terminal.

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The termination of the female urethra is located at the vestibule ______ the vagina.

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The female urethra terminates at the vestibule, which is ______ to the vagina.

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One possible location for the termination of the female urethra is in the neck of the ______ bladder.

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The female urethra can also terminate in the trigon of the urinary ______.

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Another potential termination point for the female urethra is at the vestibule ______ the vagina.

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Flashcards

Catecholamine removal

The process of removing catecholamines from the synaptic cleft after neurotransmission.

Presynaptic reuptake

The primary method for removing catecholamines from the synaptic cleft. The nerve terminal that released the catecholamines reabsorbs them.

Endocytosis

The uptake of molecules into a cell by invagination of the cell membrane forming a vesicle.

Postsynaptic neuron

The neuron that receives signals from another neuron across the synaptic cleft.

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Synaptic cleft

The space between two neurons where communication occurs.

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Monozygotic twins formation

Monozygotic twins form from a single fertilized egg that splits early in development.

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Incomplete amnion division

If the amnion doesn't completely divide, conjoined twins can result.

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Incomplete Chorion division

Similar to amnion, incomplete chorion division can lead to conjoined twins.

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Complete embryonic disc division

Complete embryonic disc division leads to two separate embryos, not conjoined twins.

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Incomplete embryonic disc division

Incomplete embryonic disc division is not a factor in conjoined twin formation.

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Adrenal Medulla's Main Signal

The adrenal medulla primarily releases epinephrine as its main signaling molecule.

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Epinephrine

A catecholamine hormone produced by the adrenal medulla, playing a crucial role in the body's stress response.

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Catecholamines

A class of neurotransmitters and hormones that include dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine.

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Fight-or-Flight Response

A physiological response to perceived danger or threat, triggered by the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine.

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Stress Response

A complex physiological and psychological reaction to perceived threats, involving hormonal and neurotransmitter changes.

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Simple diffusion

The movement of molecules across a membrane from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. It doesn't require energy.

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Facilitated diffusion

The movement of molecules across a membrane with the help of transport proteins. It's still passive, meaning no energy is required.

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Osmosis

The movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from an area of high water concentration to an area of low water concentration.

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Primary active transport

The movement of molecules across a membrane against their concentration gradient. It requires energy, usually from ATP.

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Vesicular transport

The movement of large molecules or particles across a membrane using membrane-bound vesicles.

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Corpus luteum

A temporary endocrine gland that forms in the ovary after ovulation. It's responsible for producing progesterone and some estrogen.

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Progesterone

A hormone produced by the corpus luteum that prepares the uterus for pregnancy by thickening the lining, suppressing ovulation, and promoting breast development.

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FSH and LH

Hormones produced by the pituitary gland that stimulate the ovaries. FSH promotes the growth of follicles that contain eggs, while LH triggers ovulation.

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Oxytocin

A hormone involved in childbirth, milk ejection, and social bonding. It is often referred to as the 'love hormone'.

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Prolactin

A hormone primarily responsible for milk production after childbirth. It's also involved in various other physiological processes.

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Local Anesthetic Action

Local anesthetics work by blocking the transmission of pain signals along nerve fibers.

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Sodium Channel Blockade

Local anesthetics primarily target voltage-gated sodium channels on nerve cell membranes, preventing the flow of sodium ions necessary for action potentials.

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Action Potential Block

By blocking sodium channels, local anesthetics prevent the propagation of action potentials, effectively halting the transmission of pain signals.

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Reversible Inhibition

The effects of local anesthetics are usually reversible, meaning that the blockage of sodium channels is temporary and nerve function returns once the drug concentration decreases.

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Local Anesthetic Targets

Local anesthetics target the specific regions of nerve fibers responsible for pain transmission.

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Saltatory Conduction

The rapid transmission of nerve impulses along myelinated axons, where the signal jumps from one node of Ranvier to the next.

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Nodes of Ranvier

Gaps in the myelin sheath covering an axon, where action potentials are generated.

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Myelin Sheath

A fatty insulating layer covering axons, increasing the speed of nerve impulse transmission.

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Action Potential

A brief electrical signal that travels down the axon of a neuron, carrying information.

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Why is saltatory conduction faster?

Saltatory conduction is faster because the action potential only needs to be generated at the nodes of Ranvier, not along the entire length of the axon.

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Conus Medullaris

The tapered, cone-shaped end of the spinal cord. It's the point where the spinal cord transitions into the cauda equina.

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Diencephalon

A major region of the brain that relays sensory information and controls many vital functions like body temperature, hunger, and sleep.

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Medulla Oblongata

The lowest part of the brainstem. It's responsible for vital functions like breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

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Midbrain

A small region of the brainstem that connects the forebrain and hindbrain. It's involved in motor control, auditory and visual processing, and sleep-wake cycles.

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Pons

A part of the brainstem that connects the cerebrum and cerebellum, involved in sleep, breathing, and movement.

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Parasympathetic Fibers

Nerves that carry signals from the brain or spinal cord to the body, controlling involuntary functions like digestion, heart rate, and pupil constriction. They are part of the Autonomic Nervous System, responsible for the 'rest and digest' response.

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Cranial Nerve IX

The Glossopharyngeal nerve, one of twelve cranial nerves, responsible for taste, swallowing, and regulating blood pressure.

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Abducent Nerve VI

The sixth cranial nerve, primarily responsible for controlling the lateral rectus muscle, which moves the eye outward.

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Trochlear Nerve IV

The fourth cranial nerve, responsible for controlling the superior oblique muscle, which rotates the eye downward and outward.

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Optic Nerve II

The second cranial nerve, responsible for transmitting visual information from the eye to the brain. It does not contain parasympathetic fibers.

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Ciliary Muscle Paralysis

Inability of the ciliary muscle to contract, affecting the eye's ability to focus on objects at different distances.

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Constrictor Pupillae Paralysis

When the constrictor pupillae muscle, responsible for pupil constriction, is impaired, leading to dilated pupils.

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Dilatator Pupillae Paralysis

A condition where the dilatator pupillae muscle, which normally expands the pupil, is unable to function, resulting in constricted pupils.

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Medial Rectus Paralysis

Damage to the medial rectus muscle, leading to difficulty turning the eye inward towards the nose.

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Female Urethra Termination

The female urethra ends at the vestibule, which is the area between the vaginal opening and the external genitalia.

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Vestibule Location

The vestibule is the area between the opening of the vagina and the clitoris. It's where the female urethra opens.

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Upper Tarsal Muscle Paralysis

Weakness or paralysis of the upper tarsal muscles, responsible for lifting the eyelid, resulting in drooping or ptosis.

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Urinary Bladder Neck

The neck of the urinary bladder is where the urethra connects to the bladder.

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Trigon of the Urinary Bladder

The trigon is a triangular area at the bottom of the bladder where urine is stored and released.

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Anterior Vaginal Wall

The anterior vaginal wall is the front wall of the vagina, which is not where the urethra terminates.

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Adrenal Medulla's Role

The adrenal medulla releases epinephrine and norepinephrine, hormones that prepare the body for 'fight or flight' by increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose levels.

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Epinephrine's Function

Epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, is a hormone primarily released by the adrenal medulla. It plays a crucial role in stress response, increasing alertness, heart rate, and blood flow to muscles.

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Sympathetic Nervous System Effects

The sympathetic nervous system, also known as the 'fight or flight' system, prepares the body for immediate action by increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration. It also diverts blood flow to muscles and away from the digestive system.

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Parasympathetic Nervous System Effects

The parasympathetic nervous system, often called the 'rest and digest' system, slows down your heart rate, lowers blood pressure, and promotes digestion. It helps conserve energy and restore the body to a relaxed state.

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Study Notes

Formative Exam

  • Exam is for Level 1, Semester 1
  • Total marks: 15
  • Exam date is November 21st, 2024
  • Exam time is 15 minutes
  • Exam type is MCQ

Formative Exam Questions (Examples)

  • Question 1: What is the major mode of removal of catecholamines from the synaptic cleft?
    • a. Reuptake by the presynaptic nerve terminal.
    • b. Endocytosis by the postsynaptic neuron.
    • c. Breakdown by COMT
    • d. Breakdown by MAO
    • e. Diffusion.
  • Question 2: 55-year-old female underwent spinal cord surgery. Diagnosed with Horner's syndrome. Which sign may occur?
    • a. Bilateral sympathetic defect to head but never occurs unilateral.
    • b. Elevation of upper eye lids.
    • c. Ptosis.
    • d. Mydriasis
    • e. Exophthalmos.
  • Question 3: Which represents a good example for cerebral cortex control over autonomic functions?
    • a. Light reflex.
    • b. Hunger sensation
    • c. Vasomotor tone.
    • d. Control of the body temperature.
    • e. Increased secretion of saliva and gastric juice even on thinking or seeing food.

Continuous Exam

  • Exam is for Level 1, Semester 1.
  • Total marks: 45
  • Exam date is December 30th, 2023
  • Exam time is 60 minutes

Final Exam

  • Exam is for Level 1, Semester 1.
  • Total marks: 45
  • Exam date is January 3rd, 2024
  • Exam time is 60 minutes

Final Summer Exam

  • Exam is for Level 1, Semester 1.
  • Total marks: 90
  • Exam date is July 24th, 2024
  • Exam time is 90 minutes

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