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CNS
central nervous system
PNS
peripheral nervous system
ALS
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
CSF
cerebrospinal fluid
EEG
electroencephalography
MS
multiple sclerosis
OCD
obsessive compulsive disorder
PTSD
post traumatic stress disorder
TIA
transient ischemic attack
ADHD
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
CVA
cerebrovascular accident
MRI
magnetic resonance imaging
brain
cerebr/o, encephal/o
spinal cord
myel/o
nerves
neur/i, neur/o
mind
psych/o
head
cephal/o
hernia
-cele
meninges
mening/o
shaken together
concuss/o
bruise
contus/o
stupor
narc/o
sleep
somn/o
feeling
esthet/o
The function of the nervous system is to coordinate and control all activities of the ________.
body
The CNS is made up of the _______
Brain and Spinal Cord
The tube-like structure that begins at the end of the brainstem and continues down to almost the bottom of the spine is the ________.
spinal cord
The ________ nervous system controls the involuntary actions of the body such as the functioning of internal organs.
autonomic
A(n) ________ is a physician who specializes in administering anesthetic agents before/during surgery.
anesthesiologist
A doctor who specializes in surgery of the nervous system is a ________.
neurosurgeon
________ is a congenital herniation of meninges through defects in the skull or spinal column.
meningocele
________ is a violent shaking or jarring of the brain, which may result in a temporary loss of awareness.
concussion
A lowered level of consciousness marked by listlessness, drowsiness, and apathy is called ________.
lethargy
A brief loss of consciousness due to decreased blood flow to the brain (fainting) is called ________.
syncope
Which of the following terms describes a deep state of unconsciousness, with no spontaneous eye movements or response to painful stimuli or speech?
coma
A sleep disorder related to a prolonged or abnormal inability to sleep is called ________.
insomnia
Sudden uncontrolled brief episodes of falling asleep during the day is called ________.
narcolepsy
________ is a chronic neurological condition characterized by seizures of varying severity.
epilepsy
_is the supply of nerves to specific body parts. (SC)
innervation
_are chemical substances allowing messages to cross the synapse from a neuron to a target receptor. (SC)
neurotransmitters
_fluid is a clear, colorless, watery fluid that cools and cushions the brain and spinal cord as well as nourishes the brain and spinal cord by transporting nutrients/chemical messengers to these tissues. (SC)
cerebrospinal
_produces coordinated movements, maintains equilibrium, and sustains normal postures, as well as receiving messages regarding movement within joints, muscles tendons, and positions. (SC)
cerebellum
_is a slowly progressive decline in mental abilities, including memory, thinking, and judgment, that is often accompanied by personality changes.
dementia
A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the nervous system is a_
neurologist
The excess of cerebrospinal fluid that accumulates in the ventricles of the brain is called
hydrocephalus
A potentially fatal infection of the central nervous system caused by toxin produced by the_ bacteria is named_
tetanus
_syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary movements and sounds.
tourette
_disease is a progressive deterioration that affects memory and reasoning capabilities.
Alzheimer’s
A cerebral_is bruising of the brain tissue that occurs when the brain bounces against the rigid bone of the skull.
contusion
is being unresponsive, arousing only briefly despite repeated attempts.
stupor
is the loss of ability to speak, write, or comprehend written/spoken words.
aphasia
is inflammation of the sciatic nerve resulting in pain, burning, and tingling along the course of the nerve.
sciatica
is a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain affecting how the person feels and acts for a short time.
seizure
is a substandard reading achievement due to the inability of the brain to process symbols.
dyslexia
The PNS includes the brain and the spinal cord.
false
receives and processes information as well as regulates all activities of the body.
CNS
transmits signals to and from CNS.
PNS
The right cerebral hemispheres control most of functions on the right side of the body.
false
is the second-largest part of the brain.
cerebellum
Spinal Nerves are named for area or function.
false
An anesthetist is a physician specializing in administering anesthesia.
false
evaluates and treats emotional problems and mental illnesses.
psychologist
Inflammation of the meninges of the brain and the spinal cord is called
meningitis
An ischemic stroke occurs when the flow of blood to the brain is blocked by the narrowing or blockage of a vein.
false
occurs due to the leakage of blood vessels in the brain.
hemorrhagic stroke
Baby Thomas was admitted to ER with signs of brain injury, fractures, and seizures, after allegedly being violently shaken. This clinical history is most likely related to ________ ________ syndrome. (two words)
shaken baby
Clare suffers from frequent headaches which are accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light; sometimes perceives a warning aura. She most likely has a medical condition called ________.
migraine
Mr. Wilde has been experiencing a slow progressive decline in his mental abilities, including memory, thinking, and judgment, accompanied by personality changes. He is most likely suffering from ________.
dementia
Anthony had a severe car accident that led him to suffer from total or partial inability to recall past experiences. He’s likely had a brain injury called ________.
amnesia
What does the mnemonic FAST stand for?
face, arm, speech, time
Basic cell of nervous system
neuron
Membranes that enclose brain and spinal cord
meninges
Consist of Cranial and Spinal Nerves
PNS
Headache
cephalgia
Congenital herniation of the brain
encephalocele
Inflammation of the brain
encephalitis
Acute confusion, hallucination, agitation
delirium
Cerebrovascular accident
stroke
Sleepwalking
somnambulism
Inflammation of spinal cord
myelitis
Pinched nerves
radiculitis
Inflammation of nerve
neuritis
Persistent, severe burning pain
causalgia
Fear of small, enclosed spaces
claustrophobia
