Help
Options
Didn't know it?
click below
click below
Knew it?
click below
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
retry
shuffle
restart
0:00
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
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Module 12
Section 9: The nervous system
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which organs comprise the central nervous system? | The brain and spinal cord |
| What are the two divisions of he peripheral nervous system (PNS), and when do they function? | The sympathetic nervous system functions when the body is under stress, resulting in fight-or-flight syndrome. The parasympathetic nervous system functions when teh sympathetic nervous system is not active and is sometimes referred to as the rigest-and-dest system. |
| What is an anesthetic | A medication that decreases the body's sensitivity to pain or tough |
| What is dopamine? | A hormonal neurotransmitter released by the brain that is involved in various functions (attention, memory/learning, emotional arousal, rewarding sensations_ |
| What is the function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)? | Helps cushion the rain and spinal cord and spinal cord and protects them from injury. |
| What is dementia? | Slow, progressive deterioration of the brain affecting everyday activities (memory, thinking, alertness, reasoning.) |
| What is parkinson's disease (P)? | A progressive, degenerative central nervous system disorder characterized by constant muscle spasms and shakiness. |
| Which condition can occur if dopamine levels are too high? | Schizophrenia |
| Which conditions can occur if serotonin (5-HT) levels are to low? | Depression and anxiety |
| Which class of medication acts by preventing the breakdown of dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine? | Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) |
Created by:
Lane.Wendy
Popular Pharmacology sets