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Neurological System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
If an individual suffers a traumatic event and has a neurological disorder that means they may be unable to recall anything from the moment of the injury or to retain memories of recent events. This is known as:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anterograde amnesia refers to the inability to form new memories after the onset of amnesia, often due to brain injury or trauma. This condition severely impacts an individual's ability to retain information about recent events, while memories from before the injury may remain intact. It is commonly associated with damage to the hippocampus, a brain region critical for memory formation and consolidation.
Question 2 of 5
An alternative approach to dealing with attention deficits is not to try and improve attention itself, but to provide the client with some compensatory skills that will allow them to effectively manage their slowed information processing. This is knwn as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Time Pressure Management (TPM) is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals with attention deficits manage their slowed information processing. Instead of focusing on improving attention directly, TPM teaches compensatory strategies, such as breaking tasks into smaller steps, prioritizing activities, and using external aids like timers or reminders. This approach helps individuals adapt to their cognitive limitations and improve their ability to complete tasks efficiently.
Question 3 of 5
The 'sodium-potassium pump' pumps ___________.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The sodium-potassium pump is a membrane protein that actively transports sodium ions out of the neuron and potassium ions into the neuron. This process requires energy in the form of ATP and helps maintain the resting membrane potential. By creating a concentration gradient of these ions, the pump ensures that the neuron is ready to generate action potentials and transmit nerve impulses efficiently.
Question 4 of 5
Excitatory signals have a ________ effect.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
There are ________ layers of meninges around the brain and spinal cord.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The brain and spinal cord are protected by three layers of meninges: the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater. These layers provide structural support, cushioning, and protection against physical injury. The dura mater is the outermost layer, the arachnoid mater is the middle layer, and the pia mater is the innermost layer. Therefore, three is the correct answer as it accurately describes the number of meningeal layers.