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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| epidural space is | the space between the dura mater and vertebral column |
| subarachnoid space | the space between the arachnoid and the pia matter |
| there are 31 pairs of | spinal nerves |
| pia matter | innermost layer |
| dorsal horn | sensory |
| lateral horn | autonomic |
| ventral horn | motor |
| he ascending fiber tracts convey_ | sensory information |
| acendring tracts convey | motor information |
| • The simplest, most rapid reflex only involves | 1 sensory neuron synapsing to 1 motor neuron within the spinal cord |
| • Meningomyelocele | failure of the inferior neuropore to close properly (spina bifida from previous lab); creates an open area in the bony vertebrae where the meninges and spinal cord protrudes through; |
| • The withdrawal reflex is a | spinal reflex intended to protect the body from damaging stimuli |
| Spinal Tracts: | a bundle of axons with the same origin and common termination |
| Peripheral White matter: | is located in the periphery surrounding the gray matter. |