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Quizlet Adult Medical Surgical Head Injury Monitoring Neurological Status Questions
Question 1 of 5
The brain of humans is strongly oriented toward the interpretation of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Humans have a highly developed visual cortex, emphasizing vision as a primary sensory modality.
Question 2 of 5
One of the three basic parts of a neuron is the-------
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A neuron’s three basic parts are the cell body, dendrites, and axon; myelin is a sheath, pons is a brain region, and dura mater is a meningeal layer.
Question 3 of 5
The ability to respond to a stimulus is termed:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Irritability is the ability of neurons (and other cells) to respond to stimuli, distinct from conductivity (signal transmission).
Question 4 of 5
The vital centers for the control of visceral activities such as heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, swallowing, and vomiting are located in the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The medulla oblongata contains vital centers for heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, and reflexes like swallowing and vomiting.
Question 5 of 5
Squirrels don't come out at night because they can't see in the dark. This is because
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Squirrels, diurnal animals, lack rods (night vision photoreceptors) and rely on cones, limiting their vision in low light.