Head Anatomy
Which bone is where the forehead is?
Frontal
Where is the frontal lobe?
The anterior portion of the cranium
What is responsible for balance and coordinated movement?
Cerebellum
Name two functions of the spine
Structural support
Protects spinal cord and nerve roots
Allows for wide range of motion
What is the purpose of the cerebral spinal fluid?
protects, cushions and nourishes the central nervous system.
Which bone is near the nose?
Nasal
Where is the occipital lobe?
The posterior base of the skull?
What is responsible for vital body functions?
Brainstem
How many vertebrae are in the spine?
33
What is unique about C2?
Dens
Which bone is the jaw bone?
Mandible
Where is the temporal lobe?
The side of the head inferior to parietal lobe
What is responsible for decision making and planning?
Frontal lobe
What is the purpose of intervertebral discs?
Primary absorbs shock
Allow for movement and flexibility
What are C1 and C2 referred to as?
Atlas and axis
Which bone/s make the cheeks?
Zygomatic
Where is the spinal cord?
Beneath the brain (connects brain to spine)
An athlete is struggling to interpret the feeling of what they are holding in their hand. Which lobe might be affected?
Parietal
How many different sections does the spine have?
5 (cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum, coccyx)
What are the meninges?
layers of tissue that surround brain and spinal cord. Has areas of space between each layer
Which bone is posterior to the frontal bone and superior to the occipital bone?
Parietal
Where is the cerebellum?
The posterior base of the brain
An athlete has blurred vision. What might be affected?
Occipital lobe
What is the purpose of the vertebral foramen?
Protect spinal cord
What are the parts of the vertebra that stick out on either side?
Transverse processes