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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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain coordinates musculoskeletal movement?

<p>Cerebellum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'endocrine' refer to?

<p>Release of hormones into the blood (A)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Paranoia (D)</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) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Stupor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Sciatica (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Depression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

Which disorder involves false beliefs inconsistent with knowledge and experience?

<p>Delusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Mania (D)</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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease resulting in hypothyroidism.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Metabolic syndrome is solely characterized by hyperglycemia.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Thyrotoxicosis results from underactivity of the thyroid gland.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Migraine is a disorder of unknown cause.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Panic disorder is associated with recurrent and intrusive thoughts.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Coma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Epilepsy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does hydrocephalus refer to?

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

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

<p>Dementia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Chorea (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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