VA Science Review

What is the function of the nervous system?

• It receives and processes all information from all parts of the body.

• It processes food.

• It controls the movements of the body.

What are the parts of the nervous system?

• The brain, the brainstem and the heart.

• The brain, the spinal cord and the liver.

• The brain, the spinal cord and the nerves.

The brain can be compared to...

• A machine.

• A central computer.

• A car.

What are the parts of the brain?

• Brain and cerebellum.

• Cerebrum and spinal nerves.

• Cerebrum, cerebellum and brainstem.

What does the cerebrum control?

• The memory, learning, talent and personality.

• Movements and feelings.

• Reflexes and movements.

What does the cerebellum control?

• Sensorial movements and learned movements.

• Memory and learning.

• Automatic functions of the body.

What does the brainstem control?

• Feelings and memory.

• Reflexes and movements.

• Automatic functions, such as breathing, heart rate and digestive activities.

What is the function of the spinal cord?

• It controls the digestive system.

• It transmits nerve impulses from the brain to the spinal nerves and back to the brain.

• It controls the feelings.

What happens if you have an injury on your spinal cord?

• It may result in incoordination or paralysis of the body.

• You will lose control of your intestines.

• You will never walk again.

What is the function of the nerves?

• They move the muscles.

• They hold the bones in their places.

• They carry comunication signals around the body.