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?

The discipline that studies neurocognitive deficits to infer normal psychological function (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term 'neurocognitive'?

A recent addition to the nosology of clinical Psychiatry and Psychology (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a pleonasm?

The use of more words or parts of words than are necessary or sufficient for clear expression (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the DSM-5?

The updated psychiatric classification of disorders listed in the 'Delirium, Dementia, and Amnestic and Other Cognitive Disorders' chapter of the DSM-IV (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Cognitive (D) 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?

Neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Neurocognitive functions

Cognitive functions related to specific brain regions, pathways, or networks.

Neurocognitive deficit

A decrease or impairment in cognitive function due to changes in the brain.

Clinical neuropsychologist

A specialist who uses tests to identify and understand neurocognitive deficits, and may help with rehabilitation.

Cognitive neuropsychology

The field of study that investigates neurocognitive deficits to understand how normal cognition works.