ATI Resources, PowerPoints, and Neurobiology Concepts

Flashcards covering ATI course structure, PowerPoint-based assessment content, and key neurobiology concepts discussed in the lecture notes (nervous system divisions, brain regions, neurotransmitters, and gene–environment interactions).

Where are the graded ATI assignments located?

In Canvas (not on the ATI website); the six ATI tasks are accessible in the course module in Canvas.

How many ATI assessments are included in the course and how many points does each one carry?

Six ATI assessments, each worth 10 points.

Which ATI numbers are completed in class and graded during the early part of the term?

ATI numbers 1 through 4 are done in class and graded.

Which ATI numbers are graded later toward the end of the course?

ATI numbers 5 and 6 are graded later as we approach the course end.

What is the purpose of the ATI resources found in the modules?

They are independent practical skills for practicing and building knowledge in preparation for exams.

From which resource do quizzes and exams primarily derive their content?

PowerPoint lecture slides uploaded by the instructor.

When are the PowerPoint slides typically uploaded for student review?

After class (or later in the day) so students can review for quizzes and exams.

Where should late ATI submissions be made?

Late ATI submissions are not accepted; these are completed in class.

What are the two major divisions of the nervous system?

Central nervous system (CNS) and Peripheral nervous system (PNS).

What are the two subdivisions of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?

Somatic nervous system and Autonomic nervous system.

What are the components of the Autonomic Nervous System?

Sympathetic and Parasympathetic nervous systems.

What is Broca's area responsible for?

Language production.

What is Wernicke's area responsible for?

Speech (language) comprehension.

What does the limbic system do?

Mediates emotional responses and memory.

Name two key structures in the limbic system mentioned in the notes.

Hippocampus and amygdala.

What is the role of dopamine in the brain?

Influences mood, motivation, and movement.

What is the role of serotonin?

Regulates mood and sleep.

What is the role of GABA?

Inhibits neural activity and reduces anxiety and tension.

What is the role of endorphins?

Natural pain relief and pleasure in the brain.

What factors can lead to neurotransmitter imbalance?

Chronic stress, sleep deprivation, chronic substance use, genetics, diet, and environmental toxins.

What are the two major divisions of the nervous system (CNS vs PNS) and their general roles?

CNS (brain and spinal cord) processes information and controls body functions; PNS connects CNS to the rest of the body and includes Somatic and Autonomic branches.

What is gene-environment interaction?

The interplay of genes and environment that influences traits and health outcomes; environment can affect gene expression.

What is meant by nature through nurture?

An emphasis on how genes and environment interact to shape traits, rather than viewing them as opposite forces (example: obesity).

What is sickle cell anemia and which population is more affected?

A genetic disorder due to a hemoglobin mutation; more prevalent in people of African descent.

What does brain lateralization refer to in the notes, particularly regarding the left hemisphere?

The left hemisphere is associated with analytical thought and language (Broca’s and Wernicke’s areas) and controls the right side of the body.

How many sentences should each ATI paragraph contain?

Four sentences per paragraph.

Where can you locate the PowerPoint slides used for exams and quizzes in Canvas?

In the module’s compulsory week outline; click on the PowerPoint link.

What is the recommended approach to formatting ATI discussion and assignment responses?

Use your own words; identify two to three diseases/disorders for the ATI; provide four-sentence paragraphs per question; avoid copying ATI content.