24 Questions
What is the role of cortisol in the body?
Promoting breakdown of muscle proteins into glucose
Which gland is responsible for secreting melatonin?
pineal gland
What is a key function of the pituitary gland?
Secreting growth hormone
Which hormone is responsible for regulating calcium levels in blood?
Parathyroid hormone (PTH)
How does Vitamin D deficiency affect the body's calcium regulation?
Inhibits the actions of calcitonin
What causes hyperparathyroidism?
Excess PTH causing calcium depletion from bones
Which layer of the meninges surrounds the spinal cord as a protective layer?
Dura mater
What is the function of the denticulate ligaments in the spinal cord?
Keeping the spinal cord in place during trauma
Which region of the spine does the Lumbar nerves of the cauda equina extend from?
Lumbar
What separates the spinal cord into right and left sides?
Anterior median fissure
Which part of the spinal cord receives impulses from sensory neurons?
Posterior gray horn
Where is cerebrospinal fluid extracted from during a spinal tap (lumbar puncture)?
Near Lumbar 3-5
What is the main purpose of an epidural block?
To block pain by affecting nearby nerves
Which condition is commonly a major cause of mental retardation in children?
Meningitis
What is the primary role of the meninges in the nervous system?
To protect the spinal cord
Which reflex arc involves stimulation of a sensory receptor by stretching the patellar ligament?
Patellar reflex arc
In meningitis, what can cause pressure on the brain leading to severe consequences?
Tissue swelling with edema
What is one of the main purposes of a spinal reflex?
To cause muscle contraction without involving the brain
What is the primary function of the arachnoid space in the brain?
Facilitating the flow of cerebrospinal fluid
In hydrocephalus, why do infants have fontanel gaps in their skull?
To accommodate the bulging of the skull due to excess CSF
What can happen if a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) leads to intracerebral hemorrhage?
Death of brain tissue due to bleeding in the pia mater or brain
What are common symptoms of Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIAs) and CVAs?
Slurred speech and drooping of one side of the face
Which condition can quickly become life-threatening in adults due to the lack of fontanel gaps?
Meningitis
What are potential causes of Alzheimer’s disease based on the text?
Blows to the head
Test your knowledge on how Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is treated with artificial light exposure and the role of glucagon and insulin hormones in regulating blood glucose levels through the pancreas.
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