Pathology
Abnormal buildup of Cerebrospinal Fluid (CBF). This includes congenital defects, infections, tumor, or brain hemorrhages.
Hydrocephalus
The nervous impulse passes through the axon to leave the cell via the ____.
Terminal End Fibers
Surgical opening of the skull to access the brain for removing tumors or treating aneurysms.
Craniotomy
pont/o
pons
How tall was the shortest player ever to win the NBA Slam Dunk Contest?
Spud Webb 5'7''
Neural tube fails to close, occurring in the 3rd and 4th week of pregnancy.
Spina Bifida
The transfer of the impulse across the synapse depends on the release of a chemical substance, called a ________.
Neurotransmitter
Assesses alertness, cognitive function, mood, and orientation.
Mental Status Assessment
alges/o, -algesia
excessive sensitivity to pain
Which state is the only one that can be typed on one row of a keyboard?
Alaska
The cause involves the abnormal buildup of proteins in the brain which form plaques and tangles, damaging neurons.
Alzheimer's Disease
This part regulates body temperature, sleep, appetite, emotions, and control of the pituitary gland.
Hypothalamus
Collects cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for testing, used to detect infections, inflammation, or hemorrhages.
Lumbar Puncture or Spinal Tap
-plegia
paralysis
Who was the highest paid athlete in 2022?
Lionel Messi
Symptoms include tremors, muscle stiffness, slow movement (bradykinesia), and balance issues
Parkinson Disease
This part of the brain is the relay station for sensory impulses and controls awareness and consciousness.
Thalamus
Measures electrical activity in the brain to diagnose epilepsy, tumors, and sleep disorders.
Electroencephalography
-phasia
speech
Who holds the record for most Olympic medals?
Michael Phelps
A nervous system disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive movements and vocalizations called tics, often beginning in childhood.
Tourette's Syndrome
This part of the cerebrum controls language comprehension
Wernicke Area
An X-ray technique utilizing dye to visualize blood vessels in the brain for issues like aneurysms or arteriovenous malformations.
Cerebral Angiography
tax/o
order,coordination
What sport is called "the beautiful game"?
Soccer