The Nervous System

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The Nervous System is...

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A complex network of nerves and cells that transmit signals between different parts of the body.

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The Nervous System has two main parts...

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Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)

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The Central Nervous System consists of

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Brain and Spinal Cord

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The peripheral nervous system is made up of

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Sensory and Motor Neurons

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Neurons are microscopic cells. They can join together with other neurons to form connections called pathways that transmit information. These pathways can get stronger the more they are used.

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The cerebellum is also called "little brain" and helps with...

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movement, balance and coordination

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The forebrain consists of...

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cerebrum, thalamus, and hypothalamus

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Two examples of a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) are...

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concussion and edema

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Hypoxia is...

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the shortage of oxygen to the brain caused by a heart Attack

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Anoxia is...

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no oxygen to parts of the brain caused by a heart attack