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Which neurotransmitter is mainly involved in the Parasympathetic nervous system and CNS?

  • Norepinephrine
  • Acetylcholine (correct)
  • Epinephrine
  • Dopamine

    • What type of hormone does the outer region (cortex) of the adrenal gland secrete?

  • Epinephrine
  • Androgen
  • Insulin
  • Steroid hormone (correct)

    • What is the main difference between Acetylcholine and Norepinephrine in terms of their function?

  • Acetylcholine is described as cholinergic while Norepinephrine is not. (correct)
  • Acetylcholine is involved in the Sympathetic nervous system while Norepinephrine is involved in the Parasympathetic nervous system.
  • Acetylcholine is not found in the CNS while Norepinephrine is predominantly present.
  • Acetylcholine has a similar function to epinephrine while Norepinephrine has a different function.

    • Which gland is known to secrete epinephrine (adrenaline) in response to stress?

    <p>Adrenal gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain coordinates musculoskeletal movement?

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

    What does the term 'endocrine' refer to?

    <p>Release of hormones into the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?

    <p>Control the pituitary gland and maintain homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mental disorder is characterized by extreme jealousy and delusions of persecution?

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

    What is the condition associated with recurrent intrusive thoughts, images, and repetitive behaviors to relieve anxiety?

    <p>Obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder consists of self-absorption, lack of response to social contact and affection?

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

    What is characterized by severe pain along the sciatic nerve and its branches?

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

    What is the main characteristic of a tonic-clonic seizure?

    <p>Shaking or involuntary movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by a mental state of profound sadness and hopelessness?

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

    What type of headache may result from vascular changes in cerebral arteries?

    <p>Chronic intense, throbbing headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of trigeminal neuralgia?

    <p>Short periods of severe pain radiating along the fifth cranial nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder involves false beliefs inconsistent with knowledge and experience?

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

    What is the characteristic of a state of elation that may include agitation or hyperactivity?

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

    The word 'mellitus' comes from the Latin root for honey and refers to the urine's sugar content.

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

    Fasting plasma glucose (FPG) is measured after a fast of at least six hours.

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

    Gigantism is caused by excess growth hormone from the adrenal gland.

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

    Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease resulting in hypothyroidism.

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

    Hypoglycemia is characterized by abnormally high level of glucose in the blood.

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

    Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT) may indicate borderline diabetes mellitus.

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

    Metabolic syndrome is solely characterized by hyperglycemia.

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

    Thyrotoxicosis results from underactivity of the thyroid gland.

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

    Norepinephrine is an example of a chemical that transmits energy across a synapse.

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

    The parasympathetic nervous system increases heart rate and respiration rate in response to stress.

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

    Alzheimer's disease is characterized by atrophy of the cerebral cortex leading to presenile dementia.

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

    Migraine is a disorder of unknown cause.

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

    Phobia is an extreme, persistent fear of a specific object or situation.

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

    Panic disorder is associated with recurrent and intrusive thoughts.

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

    Sciatica is a mental state characterized by jealousy and delusions of persecution.

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

    What term refers to a state of deep unconsciousness from which one cannot be roused?

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

    Which condition involves a series of violent, involuntary muscle contractions?

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

    What does hydrocephalus refer to?

    <p>Increased accumulation of CSF in or around the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes a state of reduced comprehension, coherence, and reasoning ability?

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

    Which condition involves involuntary twitching of the limbs or facial muscles?

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

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