Day 1
What is the main role of the cerebrum ?
Controls thought, memory, emotions, sensations, and voluntary movements.
What is a neuron ?
It is like a tiny messenger, that sends and receives electrical signals throughout the body. It is what makes everything work.
What is a somatic pain ?
It is pain to the skin, joints, tendons and skeletal muscles.
In the eye, what is the role of the cones ?
They are the photoreceptors responsible for color !
What is the main role of the thalamus ?
It relays sensory signals. It receives, processes and transmits information to the appropriate cerebral areas.
What is a dendrite?
It is the receiving part of a neuron ! They receive signals and transmit them to the soma.
What is the acronym for OPQRSTUV ?
Onset
Provocation/Palliation
Quality
Region/Radiation
Severity
Time
Understanding
Values
What is the acronym PERRLA ?
It is used to assess the eyes and pupils, it means :
Pupils
Equal
Round
Reactive to
Light and
Accomodation