HS 3.03 Nervous System

Trey has symptoms of severe headache, nausea, and vomiting. At the doctor’s office, Trey had a lumbar puncture. His doctor is concerned Trey may have which disorder?

• Hydrocephalus

• Cerebral Palsy

• Meningitis

• Epilepsy

Dr. Brown is checking Ashley’s patellar tendon reflex. What part of the nervous system is Dr. Brown assessing?

• Parasympathetic

• Cranial Nerves

• Spinal Nerves

• Sympathetic

The part of the brain located below the cerebrum is the:

• Cerebellum

• Diencephalon

• Hypothalamus

• Thalamus

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?

• Parasympathetic

• Cranial Nerves

• Spinal Nerves

• Sympathetic

Michael got into a fight with Andre over his girlfriend. Michael’s heart rate increased, his palms got sweaty, and he felt a surge of energy. What part of the nervous system was responsible for these changes?

• Parasympathetic

• Cranial Nerves

• Spinal Nerves

• Sympathetic

Maria is a 25-year-old female and is experiencing numbness and weakness in her legs. She also feels tingling in her hands. She is always extremely tired and often feels dizzy. The doctor is certain that she has a chronic inflammatory disease of the central nervous system. What is her probable diagnosis?

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Hydrocephalus

• Meningitis

• Epilepsy

The membrane covering of the brain is known as the:

• Cerebral Aqueduct

• Choroid Plexus

• Meninges

• Ventricles

The brain and the spinal cord are part of the:

• Autonomic Nervous System

• Peripheral Nervous System

• Central Nervous System

• Cranial Nerve

Joe experienced hallucinations, seizures, and temporary loss of consciousness. An EEG test showed uncontrolled electrical activity of neurons in Joe's brain. Which disorder was Joe most likely diagnosed with?

• Epilepsy

• Hydrocephalus

• Meningitis

• Neuritis

Jamie experienced tachycardia and dry mouth while getting off a fast roller-coaster ride. Which nervous system structures were most likely activated?

• Autonomic Nervous System

• Peripheral Nervous System

• Central Nervous System

• Cerebral Ventricles