This system consists of the brain and spinal cord.

These carry sensory information from PNS receptors to the CNS.

This carries sensory information from PNS receptors to the CNS.

Voluntary actions of the skeleton and muscles are controlled by this part of the nervous system.

This division has a stimulating effect known as the "fight or flight" response.

Motor neurons perform the following function:

These cells form the myelin sheath around peripheral axons and allow for repair and regeneration.

Contains genetic material, including information for cell development and protein synthesis.

These are called "chemical messengers".

Abnormal, involuntary movements are called:

Loss of coordination and muscle movement is called:

What are the protective membranes that cover the entire central nervous system called?

What is the major center for controlling respiration, cardiac activity, and vasomotor activity?

Which of the following is not a symptom of stroke?

This is a temporary interruption of the blood supply to the brain.

This disease is also called Lou Gehrig's disease and is characterized by the progressive degeneration of nerve cells that control motor movement.

This part of the nervous system has a relaxing effect on the body and allows the body to calm down.

Which of the following is not a division of the nervous system?

Which division of the nervous system includes the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches?

Neurotransmitters are essential for:

Acetylcholine and dopamine are examples of:

Which nerve cell forms the blood-brain barrier?

Which type of cell produces cerebrospinal fluid?

Which part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination and is called the "mini brain"?

Which of the following membranes surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord?

A brain disorder marked by gradual and progressive mental deterioration, personality changes, and impaired function.

Which part of the brain acts as a relay station for information entering the brain?

Loss of memory is called:

Which type of fluid is produced in the ventricles?

The connective tissues that protect the brain and spinal cord are called __________.

The diencephalon is composed primarily of __________.

Part of the brainstem, it serves as a pathway for nerve impulses and also helps regulate the rate and depth of breathing.

Automatic reflex centers for heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, swallowing, and vomiting are located in which part of the brain?

What is the cerebrum? (This question has multiple correct answers.)

What are the grooves in the brain called?

Which letter represents the parietal lobe?

Which letter represents the temporal lobe?

The three layers of the meninges, from superficial to deep, are:

Sally has a brain injury; she knows what she wants to say but cannot vocalize the words. The part of her brain that deals with the ability to say words properly is the ________.

This part helps control your emotions (associated with the limbic system) and has important autonomic functions, including cardiovascular, temperature, appetite, and gastrointestinal control.

Involved in emotional responses, such as recognizing facial expressions of fear.

Cerebrospinal fluid is produced in the ventricles by a structure called the ________.

Which structure separates the left and right hemispheres of the cerebrum?

Which structure separates the frontal and parietal lobes of the cerebrum?

The "fight or flight" response during threatening situations is the role of the:

The part of the nervous system that consists of nerves branching out from the CNS (central nervous system) and connecting to other parts of the body.

_____ neurons carry messages to the central nervous system.

_____ neurons carry messages away from the central nervous system.

The _____ part of the autonomic nervous system is active during resting.

Controls automatic functions such as breathing, heart rate, body temperature, wake and sleep cycles, etc.

Where does the message transfer from one neuron to another?

Myelinated fibers (tracts) form ________ matter, while unmyelinated fibers form ________ matter. 

What is NOT a part of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

Lack of salivation

Which tissue is not innervated by the autonomic nervous system?

The end of the spinal cord where nerves descend 

Part of the peripheral nervous system that controls conscious activities

There are 12 pairs of ____ nerves.

There are 5 pairs of ___ nerves.

During sympathetic stimulation, digestive secretion is inhibited so that energy can be conserved for survival during a danger reaction.

is able to specifically target individual effectors

Creates a "mass alert" to cause changes throughout the body simultaneously.

Regulates daily homeostasis and maintenance

Responds to stress and/or danger

Which division of the autonomic nervous system is primarily responsible for 'rest and digest' activities?

Which part of the neuron receives incoming signals from other neurons?

Which glial cells are responsible for forming the myelin sheath in the central nervous system?

Which part of the neuron receives incoming signals from other neurons?

Which division of the nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements?

Which neurotransmitter is most commonly associated with mood regulation?