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Which cranial nerve is responsible for transmitting sensory impulses from the surface of the eye?
Which cranial nerve is responsible for transmitting sensory impulses from the surface of the eye?
Which of the following cranial nerves has both motor and sensory functions related to the face?
Which of the following cranial nerves has both motor and sensory functions related to the face?
Damage to the abducens nerve would most likely affect which function?
Damage to the abducens nerve would most likely affect which function?
Which nerve is evaluated when a clinician asks a patient to clench their teeth?
Which nerve is evaluated when a clinician asks a patient to clench their teeth?
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Experiencing a loss of taste in the anterior two-thirds of the tongue indicates damage to which nerve?
Experiencing a loss of taste in the anterior two-thirds of the tongue indicates damage to which nerve?
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Which of the following describes the role of afferent nerves?
Which of the following describes the role of afferent nerves?
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Which glial cell type is responsible for myelin sheath formation within the central nervous system (CNS)?
Which glial cell type is responsible for myelin sheath formation within the central nervous system (CNS)?
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Which of these cell types is the primary immune cell within the CNS?
Which of these cell types is the primary immune cell within the CNS?
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What is the function of ependymal cells in the CNS?
What is the function of ependymal cells in the CNS?
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Which cells in the peripheral nervous system (PNS) provide metabolic support and promote regeneration for neurons?
Which cells in the peripheral nervous system (PNS) provide metabolic support and promote regeneration for neurons?
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Satellite glial cells in the PNS have a function most similar to which cell type in the CNS?
Satellite glial cells in the PNS have a function most similar to which cell type in the CNS?
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Which statement about nerve regeneration is most accurate?
Which statement about nerve regeneration is most accurate?
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What is the fate of the distal axon during Wallerian degeneration?
What is the fate of the distal axon during Wallerian degeneration?
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Which cells are responsible for phagocytizing the remnants of the axon terminal after injury?
Which cells are responsible for phagocytizing the remnants of the axon terminal after injury?
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Approximately how long after an injury do new terminal sprouts project from the proximal segment of an axon?
Approximately how long after an injury do new terminal sprouts project from the proximal segment of an axon?
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What is the approximate rate of nerve regeneration in the PNS?
What is the approximate rate of nerve regeneration in the PNS?
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Why do peripheral nerves injured close to the spinal cord recover poorly and slowly?
Why do peripheral nerves injured close to the spinal cord recover poorly and slowly?
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What factor significantly limits the regeneration of axonal constituents in the central nervous system (CNS)?
What factor significantly limits the regeneration of axonal constituents in the central nervous system (CNS)?
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Which type of nerve injury typically allows for more full recovery?
Which type of nerve injury typically allows for more full recovery?
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What is the role of the olfactory bulb in the sense of smell?
What is the role of the olfactory bulb in the sense of smell?
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What is a key characteristic of the olfactory nerve (Cranial Nerve I)?
What is a key characteristic of the olfactory nerve (Cranial Nerve I)?
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What can cause abnormal ocular movements?
What can cause abnormal ocular movements?
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Which area of the brain is primarily involved in processing visual information?
Which area of the brain is primarily involved in processing visual information?
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What physical symptoms may result from damage to the midbrain?
What physical symptoms may result from damage to the midbrain?
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What role do the superior colliculi play in the midbrain?
What role do the superior colliculi play in the midbrain?
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Which Brodmann areas are primarily involved in visual association?
Which Brodmann areas are primarily involved in visual association?
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What is the consequence of damage to the area responsible for expressive language?
What is the consequence of damage to the area responsible for expressive language?
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Which system is critical for regulating attention and consciousness?
Which system is critical for regulating attention and consciousness?
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What type of aphasia is characterized by difficulty in understanding language?
What type of aphasia is characterized by difficulty in understanding language?
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Which of the following best defines the role of the cerebellum?
Which of the following best defines the role of the cerebellum?
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What aspect of behavior is heavily influenced by the limbic system?
What aspect of behavior is heavily influenced by the limbic system?
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Which function is associated with the hypothalamus?
Which function is associated with the hypothalamus?
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What is the primary role of attentional systems in cognitive function?
What is the primary role of attentional systems in cognitive function?
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What characterizes damage to the cerebellum?
What characterizes damage to the cerebellum?
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Which of the following is primarily regulated by the medulla oblongata?
Which of the following is primarily regulated by the medulla oblongata?
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Damage to the reticular formation would most likely result in:
Damage to the reticular formation would most likely result in:
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The "Reticular Activating System" is comprised of which two structures?
The "Reticular Activating System" is comprised of which two structures?
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Which of the following motor responses is controlled by the Reticular Formation?
Which of the following motor responses is controlled by the Reticular Formation?
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Besides the medulla oblongata, which other area also aids in controlling respirations?
Besides the medulla oblongata, which other area also aids in controlling respirations?
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Where are the nuclei of the IX through XII Cranial Nerves located?
Where are the nuclei of the IX through XII Cranial Nerves located?
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Which of the following is NOT part of the brainstem?
Which of the following is NOT part of the brainstem?
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What is the function of the Reticular Formation?
What is the function of the Reticular Formation?
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Flashcards
Afferent Nerves
Afferent Nerves
Nerves that carry signals toward an organ, such as the brain.
Efferent Nerves
Efferent Nerves
Nerves that carry signals away from an organ to other parts.
Astrocytes
Astrocytes
Support cells in the CNS forming connections between neurons and blood vessels.
Oligodendrocytes
Oligodendrocytes
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Microglia
Microglia
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Schwann Cells
Schwann Cells
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Regeneration of Nerves
Regeneration of Nerves
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Chromatolysis
Chromatolysis
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Trigeminal Nerve
Trigeminal Nerve
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Abducens Nerve
Abducens Nerve
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Facial Nerve
Facial Nerve
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Cranial Nerve Testing
Cranial Nerve Testing
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Sensory Impulses Testing
Sensory Impulses Testing
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Macrophages
Macrophages
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Retrograde changes
Retrograde changes
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Regeneration speed
Regeneration speed
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Injury location
Injury location
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CNS regeneration limits
CNS regeneration limits
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Crushing injury vs. cut injury
Crushing injury vs. cut injury
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Oligodendrocyte myelin
Oligodendrocyte myelin
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Expressive Aphasia
Expressive Aphasia
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Receptive Aphasia
Receptive Aphasia
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Limbic System
Limbic System
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Cerebellum
Cerebellum
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Attentional Systems
Attentional Systems
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Memory Systems
Memory Systems
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Reticular Activating System
Reticular Activating System
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Affective Systems
Affective Systems
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Ocular Movements
Ocular Movements
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Cranial Nerves Involved
Cranial Nerves Involved
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Occipital Lobe Functions
Occipital Lobe Functions
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Midbrain Dysfunction Symptoms
Midbrain Dysfunction Symptoms
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Superior Colliculi
Superior Colliculi
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Medulla Oblongata
Medulla Oblongata
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Cranial Nerves
Cranial Nerves
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Reticular Formation
Reticular Formation
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Reticular Activating System (RAS)
Reticular Activating System (RAS)
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Vital Reflexes
Vital Reflexes
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Sleep-Wake Rhythms
Sleep-Wake Rhythms
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Broca's Area
Broca's Area
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Wernicke's Area
Wernicke's Area
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Study Notes
Neurologic System Structure and Function
- Afferent nerves carry information toward organs.
- Efferent nerves carry information away from organs.
Types of Neurons
- Unipolar neurons have a single process extending from the cell body.
- Pseudounipolar neurons have a single process that divides into two branches.
- Bipolar neurons have two processes extending from the cell body.
- Multipolar neurons have many processes extending from the cell body.
Support Cells of the Nervous System
- Astrocytes form specialized contacts between neuronal surfaces and blood vessels and provide rapid transport of nutrients and metabolites.
- Oligodendrocytes form myelin sheaths in the central nervous system.
- Microglia are responsible for cleaning cellular debris and are part of the immune response.
- Ependymal cells line the ventricles and choroid plexuses and aid in CSF production.
- Schwann cells form myelin sheaths in the peripheral nervous system.
- Satellite glial cells surround sensory, sympathetic, and parasympathetic nerve cell bodies and ganglia to protect them and promote communication.
Nerve Regeneration
- Mature neurons in the central nervous system do not regenerate.
- Myelinated fibers in the peripheral nervous system can regenerate.
- Regeneration depends on factors such as location and type of injury.
- Regeneration can be affected by scarring.
Brain Structures
- The brain weighs approximately 3 pounds.
- The brain receives 15-20% of total cardiac output.
- The brain has three major divisions (forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain).
- The forebrain includes the cerebrum, thalamus, and hypothalamus.
- The midbrain connects the forebrain to the hindbrain and has associated structures.
- The hindbrain includes the cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata, and also connects to the spinal cord.
Cranial Nerves
- Detailed information on the cranial nerves is provided in table format.
Cerebral Hemispheres
- The cerebrum is divided into two hemispheres.
- Each hemisphere has functional areas for different tasks.
- The hemispheres are connected by the corpus callosum.
- Functional areas are provided in detailed diagram.
Limbic System
- Located between the telencephalon and diencephalon.
- Plays a role in emotion, memory, and behavior.
Diencephalon
- Surrounds the brainstem, has four divisions.
- Controls vital functions.
- Includes thalamus and hypothalamus.
- Includes epithalamus, thalamus, subthalamus and hypothalamus
- Information about the thalamus, epithalamus etc are provided within the text.
Midbrain
- Made up of 3 structures.
- Includes tectum and tegmentum and cerebral peduncles.
Hindbrain
- Includes the cerebellum, pons, and medulla.
- Controls vital reflexes.
- Aids in controlling respiration
Reticular Formation
- Diffuse network of nuclei throughout the brainstem, connecting to different parts of the brain and spinal cord.
- Plays roles in regulating sleep-wake cycles, arousal, cardiovascular activity, and respiratory function.
Cognitive Operations
- Neural systems that are essential for cognitive functions.
- Includes attentional systems and memory and language systems.
Eye Muscles
- Six extrinsic muscles control eye movement.
- These muscles arise from the common tendinous ring of the orbit.
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
- Clear, colourless fluid similar to blood plasma.
- CSF supports and protects the brain and spinal cord.
- CSF is produced by the choroid plexus.
- CSF is reabsorbed through arachnoid villi.
Blood Supply to the Brain
- Brain receives a great amount of blood.
- Blood flow is regulated by CO2 levels.
- Brain receives blood from two systems (internal carotid and vertebral arteries).
- Circle of Willis provides alternative blood flow pathways.
Midbrain Dysfunction
- Effects of damage to midbrain structures.
- Includes movement disorders and problems with vision and hearing.
- Includes sensory and motor problems.
- Parkinsonian symptoms and akinetic mutism may occur.
Parkinson's Disease
- Neurologic condition characterized by tremors and rigidity.
- Related to degeneration of brain structures.
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Test your knowledge on the structure and function of the neurologic system, including the types of neurons and support cells. This quiz covers the roles of afferent and efferent nerves, different neuron types, and the functions of various glial cells in the nervous system.