Pain and Nervous System Disorders
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These flashcards cover key concepts, definitions, and conditions related to neurology, pain, and nervous system disorders as discussed in the lecture notes.
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Central Nervous System
Comprises the brain and spinal cord.
Peripheral Nervous System
Relays information from the Central Nervous System to the Autonomic and Somatic systems.
Autonomic Nervous System
Regulates involuntary bodily functions and includes sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.
Sympathetic Nervous System
Mobilizes energy and prepares the body for 'fight or flight' situations.
Parasympathetic Nervous System
Conserves energy and promotes 'rest and digest' functions.
Nociceptive Pain
Most common type of pain, usually acute and caused by inflammation, trauma, tissue damage, or surgery.
Neuropathic Pain
Chronic pain caused by a lesion or dysfunction in the nervous system, often resulting in abnormal sensory processing.
Psychogenic Pain
Pain attributed to psychological factors such as beliefs and emotions.
Acute Pain
Pain that lasts less than 3 months, may be somatic or visceral.
Chronic Pain
Pain lasting more than 3 months, often poorly understood and can lead to psychological issues.
Proprioception
The ability to perceive the position and movement of one's body parts.
Seizures
Episodes of abnormal electrical activity in the brain, indicating a potential neurological issue.
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
A temporary stroke-like attack that signifies a warning for potential future strokes.
Stroke (Cerebrovascular Accident - CVA)
A sudden loss of brain function due to an obstruction (ischemic) or a rupture (hemorrhagic) of blood vessels in the brain.
Alzheimer's Disease
The most common form of dementia, characterized by progressive cognitive decline.
Parkinson's Disease
A neurodegenerative disorder marked by loss of dopamine neurons, leading to motor function issues like tremors and rigidity.
Central Nervous System
Comprises the brain and spinal cord.
Peripheral Nervous System
Relays information from the Central Nervous System to the Autonomic and Somatic systems.
Autonomic Nervous System
Regulates involuntary bodily functions and includes sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.
Sympathetic Nervous System
Mobilizes energy and prepares the body for 'fight or flight' situations.
Parasympathetic Nervous System
Conserves energy and promotes 'rest and digest' functions.
Nociceptive Pain
Most common type of pain, usually acute and caused by inflammation, trauma, tissue damage, or surgery.
Neuropathic Pain
Chronic pain caused by a lesion or dysfunction in the nervous system, often resulting in abnormal sensory processing.
Psychogenic Pain
Pain attributed to psychological factors such as beliefs and emotions.
Acute Pain
Pain that lasts less than 3 months, may be somatic or visceral.
Chronic Pain
Pain lasting more than 3 months, often poorly understood and can lead to psychological issues.
Proprioception
The ability to perceive the position and movement of one's body parts.
Seizures
Episodes of abnormal electrical activity in the brain, indicating a potential neurological issue.
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
A temporary stroke-like attack that signifies a warning for potential future strokes.
Stroke (Cerebrovascular Accident - CVA)
A sudden loss of brain function due to an obstruction (ischemic) or a rupture (hemorrhagic) of blood vessels in the brain.
Alzheimer's Disease
The most common form of dementia, characterized by progressive cognitive decline.
Parkinson's Disease
A neurodegenerative disorder marked by loss of dopamine neurons, leading to motor function issues like tremors and rigidity.
Somatic Nervous System
Controls voluntary movements and transmits sensory information from the body's sensory organs to the Central Nervous System.
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