Common Diseases and Disorders of the Nervous System UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT Answers
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Common Diseases and Disorders of the Nervous
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Common Diseases And Disorders Of The Nervous
Common Diseases and Disorders of the
Nervous System UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
The ____________________ is a structure in the head that functions as the hub of the
nervous system. - CORRECT ANSWER- brain
In the body, ______________________________ impulses for sensation, m...
Common Diseases and Disorders of the
Nervous System UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
The ____________________ is a structure in the head that functions as the hub of the
nervous system. - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔brain
In the body, ______________________________ impulses for sensation, motion, and other
bodily functions between the brain and the rest of the body. - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔nerves carry
The ____________ is located in the back and connects the brain with the rest of the body. -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔spinal cord
Select the neurological diseases that primarily affect the brain. - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔Alzheimer's disease
Parkinson's disease
Select the neurological diseases that are believed to be passed down through generations. -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Alzheimer's disease
multiple sclerosis
Parkinson's disease
Select the neurological disorders that primarily affect the brain. - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔epilepsy
stroke
Which of the following are common symptoms of Alzheimer's disease? Check all that apply.
- CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔forgetting friends and family
having an impaired ability to reason
, Which of the following are symptoms of multiple sclerosis? Check all that apply. -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔fatigue
numbness
dizziness
memory loss
vision loss
Which of these are common symptoms of Parkinson's disease? Check all that apply. -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔drooling
stiff muscles
tremors
the loss of fine movement
A ___________________ affects the whole brain and the entire body. Patients often shake
uncontrollably and can even lose consciousness. - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔generalized
seizure
A ___________________ is a brief seizure. Patients often lose concentration and stare
blankly ahead. - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔petit mal seizure
A ___________________ affects only a specific part of the brain. Patients can feel tingling,
have abnormal muscle movements, and experience memory loss. - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔partial seizure
Which treatment option would most benefit a person who has a stroke, becomes very weak,
and experiences difficulty walking? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔physical therapy
How does diet affect the risk of neurological problems? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔A low-
fat diet reduces the risk of clogged arteries and damaged nerves.
What is the purpose of health screenings? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔to detect the early
signs of neurological diseases and disorders
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