Neurocognitive Functions Quiz
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What are neurocognitive functions?

  • Cognitive functions related to the function of the heart
  • Cognitive functions related to the function of the liver
  • Cognitive functions related to the function of the lungs
  • Cognitive functions related to the function of particular areas, neural pathways, or cortical networks in the brain (correct)
  • What is a neurocognitive deficit?

  • A reduction or impairment of cognitive function in one of these areas, but particularly when physical changes can be seen to have occurred in the lungs
  • An increase in cognitive function in one of these areas, but particularly when physical changes can be seen to have occurred in the brain
  • A reduction or impairment of cognitive function in one of these areas, but particularly when physical changes can be seen to have occurred in the heart
  • A reduction or impairment of cognitive function in one of these areas, but particularly when physical changes can be seen to have occurred in the brain (correct)
  • What is the role of a clinical neuropsychologist?

  • To use neuropsychological tests to detect and understand hepatic deficits, and may be involved in the rehabilitation of an affected person
  • To use neuropsychological tests to detect and understand cardiovascular deficits, and may be involved in the rehabilitation of an affected person
  • To use neuropsychological tests to detect and understand respiratory deficits, and may be involved in the rehabilitation of an affected person
  • To use neuropsychological tests to detect and understand neurocognitive deficits, and may be involved in the rehabilitation of an affected person (correct)
  • What is cognitive neuropsychology?

    <p>The discipline that studies neurocognitive deficits to infer normal psychological function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the term 'neurocognitive'?

    <p>A recent addition to the nosology of clinical Psychiatry and Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a pleonasm?

    <p>The use of more words or parts of words than are necessary or sufficient for clear expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the DSM-5?

    <p>The updated psychiatric classification of disorders listed in the 'Delirium, Dementia, and Amnestic and Other Cognitive Disorders' chapter of the DSM-IV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the simpler term used in the field of clinical neurology?

    <p>Cognitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two disciplines broadly seek to understand how the structure and function of the brain relate to cognition and behaviour?

    <p>Neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Test your knowledge of the brain's cognitive functions with this quiz on neurocognitive functions related to specific brain regions. Explore the neural pathways and cortical networks that underlie various cognitive processes, all while learning about the fascinating field of neuropsychology. Challenge yourself with this brainy quiz today!

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