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Questions About Nervous System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The normal pressure of cerebrospinal fluid within the subarachnoid space is maintained between:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Normal CSF pressure is 10-20 mm Hg in adults (supine). Lower is rare, higher indicates pathology.
Question 2 of 5
Broca's area, crucial for speech production and language expression, is typically found in the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Broca’s area in the left frontal lobe manages speech production.
Question 3 of 5
The limbic association area, involved in emotional responses and memory formation, is found in the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The limbic system, including temporal lobe areas (e.g., hippocampus), handles emotions and memory.
Question 4 of 5
The brachial plexus primarily innervates the muscles and skin of the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The brachial plexus (C5-T1) serves the upper limb.
Question 5 of 5
The glossopharyngeal nerve (IX) is involved in:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX) senses taste from the posterior tongue.