The Nervous System

What is the function of the nervous system?

• to control and coordinate body functions and systems.

• to protect the body from harm.

• to identify pain and begin healing.

• to break down food.

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Select all of the organs of the nervous system:

• Brain

• Heart

• Spinal Cord

• Nerves

• Stomach

The Central Nervous system includes what two organs?

• Brain and Nerves

• Brain and Spinal Cord

• Spinal cord and Nerves

• Nerves and Neurons

What controls the nervous system and all decision-making?

• Brain

• Spinal Cord

• Nerves

• Neurons

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What are the senses that the nervous system receives messages from? (mark all that apply)

• Vision

• Hearing

• Smell

• Taste

• Touch

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What kind of cells make up the nervous system?

• Plasma

• Neurons

• Blood Vessels

• Spinal Cord

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The spinal cord is.....

• The command center of the nervous system

• The body's message and control center

• A long bundle of neurons that sends messages to and from the brain and all parts of the body.

• All of the above.

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How can you keep the nervous system healthy?

• Make healthful food choices

• Drink plenty of water

• Get plenty of sleep

• All of the above

Select the VOLUNTARY action.

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Actions which are NOT under your control

• voluntary

• involuntary

• vertebrae

• brain