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What is the function of dendrites?
What is the function of dendrites?
- Release neurotransmitters
- Control muscle movements
- Receive signals from other neurons or sensory receptors (correct)
- Transmit electrical impulses away from the cell body
Where are neurotransmitters released to communicate with other cells?
Where are neurotransmitters released to communicate with other cells?
- Axon Terminals (correct)
- Dendrites
- Axon
- Cell Body
Which neurotransmitter is linked to mood disorders such as depression and anxiety?
Which neurotransmitter is linked to mood disorders such as depression and anxiety?
- Dopamine
- Acetylcholine (ACh)
- Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline)
- Serotonin (correct)
What is the role of Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline) in the body?
What is the role of Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline) in the body?
Which neurotransmitter is involved in muscle control, learning, and memory?
Which neurotransmitter is involved in muscle control, learning, and memory?
What is the function of Glutamate as a neurotransmitter?
What is the function of Glutamate as a neurotransmitter?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?
Which cranial nerve controls the muscles involved in chewing?
Which cranial nerve controls the muscles involved in chewing?
Which condition is also known as tic douloureux?
Which condition is also known as tic douloureux?
What is the primary function of the hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)?
What is the primary function of the hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)?
Which cranial nerve is involved in the corneal reflex?
Which cranial nerve is involved in the corneal reflex?
Which division of the nervous system controls involuntary functions like respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate?
Which division of the nervous system controls involuntary functions like respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate?
What is the primary function of neurons?
What is the primary function of neurons?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for vision?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for vision?
Which condition is characterized by paralysis on one side of the face?
Which condition is characterized by paralysis on one side of the face?
Which part of the brain is responsible for functions like problem-solving, reading, and personality?
Which part of the brain is responsible for functions like problem-solving, reading, and personality?
Which neurotransmitter is associated with epilepsy and neurodegenerative disorders when present at high levels?
Which neurotransmitter is associated with epilepsy and neurodegenerative disorders when present at high levels?
What is the primary function of endorphins in the body?
What is the primary function of endorphins in the body?
What is the recommended initial nursing care for a patient with increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
What is the recommended initial nursing care for a patient with increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Which type of seizure is characterized by brief, daydreaming-like behaviors or spaced-out episodes, often seen in children?
Which type of seizure is characterized by brief, daydreaming-like behaviors or spaced-out episodes, often seen in children?
What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with unilateral neglect after a stroke?
What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with unilateral neglect after a stroke?
Which type of aphasia is characterized by an inability to comprehend spoken or written language?
Which type of aphasia is characterized by an inability to comprehend spoken or written language?
What is the recommended nursing intervention for a patient with a cerebral aneurysm?
What is the recommended nursing intervention for a patient with a cerebral aneurysm?
Which type of spina bifida is characterized by a hernial protrusion or sac-like cyst containing meninges, spinal fluid, and spinal cord?
Which type of spina bifida is characterized by a hernial protrusion or sac-like cyst containing meninges, spinal fluid, and spinal cord?
What is the recommended nursing care for a child with spina bifida cystica?
What is the recommended nursing care for a child with spina bifida cystica?
Which risk factor is associated with an increased likelihood of neural tube defects like spina bifida?
Which risk factor is associated with an increased likelihood of neural tube defects like spina bifida?
