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Worksheets3.03 Nervous System Study Guide
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
Which part of the nerve cell is specially constructed to transmit a message from one cell to another nerve cell?
myelin sheath
dendrite
neuron
axon
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?
hydroencephalitis
cerebral palsy
meningitis
epilepsy
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
Impulses enter the neuron by way of the:
myelin sheath
dendrite
synapse
axon
Kaleb was involved in an ATV accident and sustained a severe injury to the brain and spinal cord. The medical staff at the trauma center understands this injury may cause which substance to leak into surrounding tissues?
cerebrospinal fluid
synovial fluid
chyme
bile
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
Which neurons carry messages from the brain and spinal cord to muscles and glands?
nerve impulse neurons
associative neurons
sensory neurons
motor neurons
A patient sustains a fall while getting out of the shower. Tests reveal damage to the inner most meningeal layer. What structure was damaged?
dura mater
arachnoid
ventricles
pia mater
Melissa fell off a horse and was paralyzed as a result of significant injury to her spinal cord. Which component of Melissa's nervous system is damaged?
autonomic
central
peripheral
sympathetic
Planning, recalling information, and decision-making are all functions of the:
hypothalamus
cerebellum
brain stem
cerebrum
A nerve cell is known as a/an:
neuroblast
neurocyte
neuroma
neuron
Which lobe of the brain coordinates voluntary muscle movement?
frontal
occipital
parietal
temporal
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
A diver sustained a spinal cord injury just below the tenth thoracic vertebra and is now unable to use his legs. This condition is known as:
hemiplegia
paraplegia
paresthesia
quadriplegia
In a nerve impulse, messages travel from one neuron to another by way of which sequence?
axon → myelin sheath → dendrite
dendrite → myelin sheath → axon
axon → synapse → dendrite
dendrite → synapse → axon
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
Melissa sustained an injury while riding her horse. She experienced tingling and burning sensations on her lower extremities. What part of her nervous system was damaged?
autonomic
central
peripheral
sympathetic
The brain and the spinal cord are part of the:
autonomic nervous system
peripheral nervous system
central nervous system
cranial nerve
The part of the brain located below the cerebrum is the:
cerebellum
diencephalon
hypothalamus
thalamus
Mr. Smith is 78-years-old and has begun having tremors and gait shuffling. His family is worried that he may be developing:
Alzheimer’s disease.
Parkinson’s disease.
multiple sclerosis.
cerebral palsy.
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
Luke is driving home one evening when two deer run out of the woods in front of his car. Luke slams on the brakes to avoid hitting the deer. Luke feels his heart rate increase and his hands become very sweaty. Which part of the autonomic nervous system has been activated?
central
parasympathetic
peripheral
sympathetic
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?
myasthenia gravis
spinal cord injury
multiple sclerosis
poliomyelitis
Jim sustained significant brain damage to the middle meningeal layer. Which layer of the brain was damaged?
arachnoid
pia mater
ventricles
dura mater
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
A patient is seen in an urgent care office for an insect bite he suffered one week ago. The patient is experiencing a headache and stiff neck. The doctor immediately sent him for laboratory testing. Which disorder is the doctor concerned about?
multiple sclerosis
West Nile virus
malaria
polio
Liz has trouble with appetite control, temperature regulation, and maintaining a healthy weight. Which area of the brain is affected?
hypothalamus
cerebellum
brain stem
cerebrum
A 35-year-old female patient sees her doctor with complaints of weakness in the extremities, double vision, and difficulty speaking. She states that some days the symptoms are worse than others. Which disorder may the doctor suspect?
poliomyelitis
West Nile virus
multiple sclerosis
spinal cord injury
Impulses travel from one neuron to another by way of the:
myelin sheath.
dendrite.
synapse.
axon.
Petey has a below-the-knee amputation. He reaches to scratch his removed foot. Petey is experiencing:
phantom pain.
dermal pain.
psoriasis.
urticaria.
Which phrase best describes the dura mater meningeal layer?
cerebrospinal fluid that acts as a liquid shock absorber
delicate innermost layer that clings to the brain
tough, durable outer membrane
cobweb-like middle membrane
Which area of the brain contains the midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata?
diencephalon
cerebellum
brain stem
cerebrum
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?
Alzheimer’s disease
multiple sclerosis
meningitis
epilepsy
The membrane covering of the brain is known as the:
cerebral aqueduct.
choroid plexus.
meninges.
ventricles.
What portion of the brain stem controls heartbeat and respiration?
diencephalon
hypothalamus
medulla
pons
