Save
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

CHAPTER 5 TEST

QuestionAnswer
Autonomic Nervous System The system that controls involuntary functions.
Axons Sends electrical impulses and transmits signals to other cells.
Brainstem The essential pathway that conducts impulses between the brain and the spinal cord.
Cell Body Houses all of the microscopic structures that keep the cell energized and functioning.
Central Nervous System Comprises the brain and the spinal cord.
Cerebellum Sometimes called the “little brain”; responsible for posture, balance, and coordination.
Cerebrospinal Fluid Continuously circulates and provides a cushion against injury from impact and sudden movement.
Cerebrum Makes up the largest portion of the brain; 4 lobes: frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital.
Corpus Callosum Divides the cerebrum into two hemispheres.
Cortex Deep folds and shallow grooves on the surface of the cerebrum which increase its surface area.
Cranium Hard bones of the skull that protect the brain.
Dendrites Receives information and bring this information to the cell body.
Dermatomes Areas of the skin that associated with specific spinal nerve roots.
Glia Support cells that carry nutrients to the neurons.
Homeostasis The state of dynamic equilibrium in the internal environment of the body.
Meninges Three membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord.
Motor Impulses Information from the brain that travels to the rest of the body.
Motor Nerves Nerves that control body movement.
Myelin Sheath Covers the axon in a special protective layer.
Myotomes Groups of muscles associated with specific spinal nerve roots.
Neuron A nerve cell.
Parasympathetic Nervous System The system that dominates during nonstressful times.
Peripheral Located outside of the CNS
Peripheral Nervous System The system that includes nerves in the arms and legs.
Referred Pain Pain that is felt at an area of the body away from the actual site of injury.
Sensory Impulses Information from the rest of the body that travels to the brain.
Sensory Nerves Gather information from the skin, the muscles, and the joints.
Spinal Cord The pathway for sensory impulses going to the brain and motor impulses coming from the brain.
Sympathetic Nervous System The system responsible for the physical changes of the fight-or flight response.
Inferior toward or nearer to the feet
Posterior toward or nearer to the back
Anterior toward or nearer to the front
Pons connects upper and lower part of the brain; serves as a message station; responsible for reflex actions.
derm/o skin
my/o muscle
Created by: cindymiller
Popular Health & Social Care sets

 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards