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What is the most common cause of dementia among individuals aged 65 years or older?
What is the most common cause of dementia among individuals aged 65 years or older?
Which part of the nervous system is primarily responsible for detecting the outside environment?
Which part of the nervous system is primarily responsible for detecting the outside environment?
What treatment is typically recommended for individuals with Cerebral Palsy?
What treatment is typically recommended for individuals with Cerebral Palsy?
What typically characterizes Grand Mal seizures?
What typically characterizes Grand Mal seizures?
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Which statement correctly describes a major risk factor for developing dementia?
Which statement correctly describes a major risk factor for developing dementia?
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom commonly associated with meningitis?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom commonly associated with meningitis?
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What is the primary function of the spinal cord within the nervous system?
What is the primary function of the spinal cord within the nervous system?
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Which structure is primarily affected in multiple sclerosis?
Which structure is primarily affected in multiple sclerosis?
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Which of the following factors is commonly listed as a cause of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
Which of the following factors is commonly listed as a cause of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
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What is one of the main roles of the nervous system?
What is one of the main roles of the nervous system?
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What is the function of the myelin sheath in neurons?
What is the function of the myelin sheath in neurons?
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Which structure of the brain is responsible for controlling balance and coordination?
Which structure of the brain is responsible for controlling balance and coordination?
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What is the primary role of sensory neurons?
What is the primary role of sensory neurons?
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What does the autonomic nervous system control?
What does the autonomic nervous system control?
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Which part of the neuron receives incoming signals?
Which part of the neuron receives incoming signals?
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What does the occipital lobe primarily control?
What does the occipital lobe primarily control?
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What structure separates two neurons at a synapse?
What structure separates two neurons at a synapse?
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What is the purpose of cerebrospinal fluid?
What is the purpose of cerebrospinal fluid?
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Which layer of the meninges is the innermost and delicate?
Which layer of the meninges is the innermost and delicate?
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What part of the brain is involved with motivation, emotion, mood, and memory?
What part of the brain is involved with motivation, emotion, mood, and memory?
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Study Notes
Nervous System Overview
- The nervous system is a complex network that allows communication between the body and the outside world
- The nervous system is made up of the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS)
Central Nervous System (CNS)
- The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord
- The brain is responsible for processing information and controlling body functions. The spinal cord acts as a communication pathway between the brain and the rest of the body.
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- The PNS consists of cranial nerves and spinal nerves. These nerves connect the CNS with the rest of the body.
- The PNS is divided into two systems: the somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system.
Somatic Nervous System
- The somatic nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements.
- It transmits sensory information from the body to the brain and motor information from the brain to muscles for movement
Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)
- The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions, such as heart rate, breathing, digestion, and urination.
- It is further divided into sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.
Sympathetic Nervous System
- The sympathetic nervous system is activated during times of stress or danger, triggering the "fight-or-flight" response.
- It accelerates the heart rate, increases blood pressure, and dilates pupils to prepare the body for action.
Parasympathetic Nervous System
- The parasympathetic nervous system counteracts the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and rest.
- It slows the heart rate, lowers blood pressure, and constricts pupils.
Nervous System Structures and Functions
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Neuron (Nerve Cell): The basic unit of the nervous system. It has four key parts: dendrites, axons, myelin sheath, and synapse.
- Dendrites: Branch-like structures that receive messages.
- Axon: Long, slender fiber that transmits messages away from the cell body
- Myelin Sheath: Insulating layer around the axon, that speeds up message transmission.
- Synapse: Junction between neurons where information passes from one neuron to another.
- Neurotransmitters: Chemical messengers that transmit signals across the synapse.
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Types of Neurons:
- Sensory neurons: Receive sensory information from the body and transmit it to the CNS.
- Motor neurons: Transmit signals from the CNS to muscles and glands.
- Interneurons (also known as association neurons): Connect sensory and motor neurons within the CNS.
Brain Structures
- Cerebrum: The largest part of the brain, divided into four lobes—frontal, parietal, occipital, and temporal. Each lobe has specific functions.
- Cerebellum: Controls balance, posture, and coordination.
- Brainstem: Connects the brain to the spinal cord, controlling basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.
- Diencephalon: Contains the thalamus and hypothalamus; involved with autonomic functions & endocrine regulation.
- Limbic System: Associated with emotions, memory, and motivation.
Divisions of the Nervous System
- Central Nervous System (CNS): Brain and spinal cord.
- Peripheral Nervous System (PNS): Nerves outside the CNS, divided into somatic and autonomic nervous system.
Nervous System Disorders
- Alzheimer's Disease: A progressive degenerative disease of the brain.
- Cerebral Palsy: Permanent motor problems diagnosed in infants and children.
- Epilepsy: Seizures believed to result from spontaneous uncontrolled electrical activity in neurons.
- Meningitis: Infection or inflammation of the meninges, the membranes protecting the brain and spinal cord.
- Multiple Sclerosis: A disorder where myelin is destroyed, potentially by autoimmune attack
- Parkinson's Disease: Brain disorder by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons.
- Poliomyelitis: Contagious viral illness causing nerve damage, often resulting in paralysis.
Spinal Cord Injury
- Damage to the spinal cord, resulting in loss of function.
- Frequent causes include trauma, disease (polio), or spina bifida
Encephalitis
- Inflammation of the brain, may be caused by a virus.
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
- Interruption of blood and oxygen to the brain
- Primarily caused by blood clots blocking blood flow
Hemiplegia
- Paralysis on one half of the body due to brain injury, often resulting from a stroke.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Sudden damage to the brain caused by impact or jolt to the head.
Concussion
- Mild traumatic brain injury from impact. Symptoms include headaches and problems with concentration, memory, balance, and coordination.
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Explore the complex structure and functions of the nervous system in this quiz. Learn about the central and peripheral nervous systems, including the roles of the brain, spinal cord, and different nervous system divisions. Test your knowledge on how the body communicates with the outside world and controls various functions.
