Medical Detectives Pre-Test 2.5 Final Review

Front

What part of the nervous system is responsible for transmitting sensory information to the brain?

Back

Sensory neurons are responsible for transmitting sensory information from the body to the brain.

Front

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for processing visual information?

Back

The Occipital lobe is the part of the brain responsible for processing visual information.

Front

What are the common symptoms of Tuberculosis (TB)?

Back

Common symptoms of Tuberculosis (TB) include coughing (sometimes with blood), fever, chills, fatigue, weakness, and chest pain.

Front

What is the central nervous system composed of?

Back

The central nervous system is composed of the brain and spinal cord.

Front

What type of microorganism causes the common cold and can only multiply inside a human host?

Back

A virus is the type of microorganism that causes the common cold and can only multiply inside a human host.

Front

What is the function of the brain stem?

Back

The brain stem controls basic life functions such as breathing, heartbeat, and blood pressure.

Front

What is the role of motor neurons in the nervous system?

Back

Motor neurons transmit signals from the brain and spinal cord to muscles, enabling movement.

Front

What is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and its function?

Back

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cushions the brain and spinal cord, providing protection and maintaining pressure.

Front

What is the difference between a virus and bacteria?

Back

Viruses require a host to replicate and are smaller than bacteria, which can live independently.

Front

What are the symptoms of pneumonia?

Back

Symptoms of pneumonia include cough, fever, chills, and difficulty breathing.