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Janssen NS Quiz

Nervous System Quiz

QuestionAnswer
What is a stroke that is reversible? TIA
What is the term for when a blood vessel in the brain bursts and causes motor deficits? CVA
What is disease characterized by tremors and a shuffling walk? Parkinson's
What is disease characterized by steady memory loss and protein deposits? Alzheimer's
What is a disease characterized by an inflammation of the meninges? meningitis
What is the retention of water in the brain after a head injury? cerebral edema
What causes the brain tissue to compress due to pressure from excess blood? intracranial hemorrhage
What is it called when a person is unresponsive to any stimulation? coma
What is a traumatic injury that destroys brain tissue? contusion
What is a slight and transient brain injury? concussion
Which part of the brain regulates body temperature and is the "heart" of the limbic system? hypothalamus
Which part of the brain is responsible for posture and balance? cerebellum
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for hearing? temporal
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for sight? occipital
Which area of the brain is responsible for speech? Broca's
What disorder is characterized by extreme sleepiness, especially during the day? narcolepsy
What is the inability to sleep? insomnia
What fluid cushions the brain and spinal cord? cerebrospinal fluid
What disease may occur due to repeated concussions? CTE
What sport has the most concussions? soccer
Created by: jjanssen33
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