Nervous & Sensory Systems

Which area of the brain contains the midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata?

• A. diencephalon

• B. cerebellum

• C. brainstem

• D. cerebrum

Sarah fell while rock climbing and struck the ground. She is experiencing respiratory distress and is unable to move. Sarah's doctor will most likely diagnose her with which condition?

• A. myasthenia gravis

• B. spinal cord injury

• C. multiple sclerosis

• D. poliomyelitis

Impulses enter the neuron by way of the:

• A. myelin sheath.

• B. dendrite.

• C. synapse.

• D. axon.

Which phrase best describes the dura mater meningeal layer?

• A. cerebrospinal fluid that acts as a liquid shock absorber

• B. delicate innermost layer that clings to the brain

• C. tough, durable outer membrane

• D. cobweb-like middle membrane

Which lobe of the brain coordinates voluntary muscle movement?

• A. frontal

• B. occipital

• C. parietal

• D. temporal

Cranial nerves and spinal nerves are part of the:

• A. autonomic nervous system.

• B. peripheral nervous system.

• C. central nervous system.

• D. cranial nerves.

The layered membrane covering of the brain is known as the:

• A. cerebral aqueduct.

• B. choroid plexus.

• C. meninges.

• D. ventricles.

Anna is recovering from a fight with Arianne. Anna’s breathing is slowing down, her pulse is slowing, and she is fatigued. What part of the nervous system is responsible for these changes?

• A. parasympathetic

• B. cranial nerves

• C. spinal nerves

• D. sympathetic

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Laura is upset with the progression of her mother’s memory loss. The family first noticed that she was very confused and often made poor decisions. They slowly watched these symptoms progress to an inability to recognize people. What is the most likely diagnosis for Laura’s mother?

• A. Alzheimer’s disease

• B. multiple sclerosis

• C. meningitis

• D. epilepsy

What portion of the brainstem controls heartbeat and respiration?

• A. diencephalon

• B. hypothalamus

• C. medulla

• D. pons

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