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Which division of the nervous system is responsible for controlling voluntary activities?
Which division of the nervous system is responsible for controlling voluntary activities?
Which structure is NOT a component of the central nervous system (CNS)?
Which structure is NOT a component of the central nervous system (CNS)?
What term refers to bundles of nerve fibers that connect similar parts of the CNS across the median plane?
What term refers to bundles of nerve fibers that connect similar parts of the CNS across the median plane?
Which type of neuroglia supports neurons in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
Which type of neuroglia supports neurons in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
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Which part of the spinal cord contains 12 segments?
Which part of the spinal cord contains 12 segments?
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What are neuroglia primarily responsible for?
What are neuroglia primarily responsible for?
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Which cranial structure is responsible for ascending sensory fibers in the brain stem?
Which cranial structure is responsible for ascending sensory fibers in the brain stem?
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How many pairs of spinal nerves are formed in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
How many pairs of spinal nerves are formed in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
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What describes the shape of the spinal cord?
What describes the shape of the spinal cord?
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At what vertebral level does the conus medullaris terminate in adults?
At what vertebral level does the conus medullaris terminate in adults?
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What is the function of the anterior horn cells in the gray matter of the spinal cord?
What is the function of the anterior horn cells in the gray matter of the spinal cord?
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Which of the following best describes the organization of white matter in the spinal cord?
Which of the following best describes the organization of white matter in the spinal cord?
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What is the role of the postero-lateral sulcus in the spinal cord?
What is the role of the postero-lateral sulcus in the spinal cord?
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What best describes the anterior median fissure of the spinal cord?
What best describes the anterior median fissure of the spinal cord?
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During fetal development, how does the growth of the spinal cord compare to that of the vertebral column?
During fetal development, how does the growth of the spinal cord compare to that of the vertebral column?
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Which of the following structures is associated with the cervical and lumbosacral enlargements of the spinal cord?
Which of the following structures is associated with the cervical and lumbosacral enlargements of the spinal cord?
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What is the function of the posterior (dorsal) root of a spinal nerve?
What is the function of the posterior (dorsal) root of a spinal nerve?
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How many cervical segments are present in the spinal cord?
How many cervical segments are present in the spinal cord?
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Which layer is the outermost membrane surrounding the spinal cord?
Which layer is the outermost membrane surrounding the spinal cord?
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Where does the spinal dura mater end?
Where does the spinal dura mater end?
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What occurs as a result of differential growth between the vertebral column and the spinal cord?
What occurs as a result of differential growth between the vertebral column and the spinal cord?
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Which spinal region is associated with the formation of the cauda equina?
Which spinal region is associated with the formation of the cauda equina?
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What is the proper site for a lumbar puncture?
What is the proper site for a lumbar puncture?
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What does the anterior ramus primarily supply?
What does the anterior ramus primarily supply?
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What is the primary function of the denticulate ligaments in the spinal cord?
What is the primary function of the denticulate ligaments in the spinal cord?
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Which layer of the spinal meninges is the innermost and thinnest?
Which layer of the spinal meninges is the innermost and thinnest?
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The filum terminale externum is associated with which of the following?
The filum terminale externum is associated with which of the following?
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Which of the following statements about the spinal arachnoid mater is true?
Which of the following statements about the spinal arachnoid mater is true?
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What is the relationship of the pia mater to the spinal cord?
What is the relationship of the pia mater to the spinal cord?
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Which arteries supply blood to the spinal cord primarily?
Which arteries supply blood to the spinal cord primarily?
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Where is the spinal pia mater mainly located?
Where is the spinal pia mater mainly located?
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Which of the following structures is correctly matched with its function?
Which of the following structures is correctly matched with its function?
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Study Notes
Nervous System Divisions
- Somatic nervous system controls voluntary activities.
Central Nervous System Components
- Peripheral nerves are not part of the central nervous system (CNS).
Nervous System Structures
- Commissures are bundles of nerve fibers connecting similar CNS parts across the midline.
Neuroglial Support
- Schwann cells support peripheral nervous system (PNS) neurons.
Spinal Cord Segmentation
- The cervical region of the spinal cord contains 12 segments.
Neuroglial Functions
- Neuroglia provide support, insulation, and nourishment for neurons.
Ascending Sensory Pathways
- Medulla oblongata houses ascending sensory fibers in the brainstem.
Spinal Nerve Formation
- The PNS forms 31 pairs of spinal nerves.
Spinal Cord Shape
- The spinal cord is cylindrical but slightly flattened anteroposteriorly.
Conus Medullaris Termination
- In adults, the conus medullaris terminates at the L1 vertebral level.
Anterior Horn Cell Function
- Anterior horn cells in the spinal cord gray matter control skeletal muscle movement.
White Matter Organization
- White matter in the spinal cord is organized into columns, each containing tracts of nerve fibers.
Postero-lateral Sulcus Role
- The postero-lateral sulcus divides the posterior column into a medial and lateral portion.
Anterior Median Fissure Description
- The anterior median fissure is a deep groove on the ventral surface of the spinal cord.
Fetal Development Growth Differences
- During fetal development, the spinal cord grows slower than the vertebral column.
Cervical and Lumbosacral Enlargements
- Cervical and lumbosacral enlargements are associated with innervation of the limbs.
Posterior Root Function
- The posterior (dorsal) root of a spinal nerve carries sensory information.
Cervical Segment Count
- The spinal cord has eight cervical segments.
Outermost Spinal Cord Membrane
- The dura mater is the outermost membrane surrounding the spinal cord.
Spinal Dura Mater Termination
- The spinal dura mater ends at the level of S2.
Spinal Cord and Vertebral Column Growth Differences
- Differential growth between the vertebral column and spinal cord results in the cauda equina.
Cauda Equina Formation
- The lumbar region of the spinal cord is associated with the formation of the cauda equina.
Lumbar Puncture Site
- The lumbar puncture is performed between L3 and L4 or L4 and L5.
Anterior Ramus Supply
- The anterior ramus primarily supplies muscles and skin of the anterior and lateral trunk.
Denticulate Ligament Function
- Denticulate ligaments secure the spinal cord to the dura mater.
Innermost Spinal Meninges Layer
- The pia mater is the innermost and thinnest layer of the spinal meninges.
Filum Terminale Externum Association
- The filum terminale externum is associated with the coccyx.
Spinal Arachnoid Mater Properties
- The spinal arachnoid mater is a thin, transparent membrane.
Pia Mater Relationship to Spinal Cord
- The pia mater closely adheres to the spinal cord surface.
Spinal Cord Blood Supply
- The spinal cord is primarily supplied by the anterior and posterior spinal arteries.
Spinal Pia Mater Location
- The spinal pia mater is located directly on the spinal cord surface.
Structure and Function Matching
- Dorsal root ganglion is a collection of sensory neuron cell bodies.
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