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Nervous System

Review of the human nervous system concentrating on the three major sections of the brain, along with the central and peripheral nervous system. Disorders are covered as well.

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ImpulsesNeurons are used for the transmission of
NeuronsThe nervous system is made up of nerve cells called
Sensory neuronTransmit impulses from the sense organs (receptors) to the spinal cord
Motor neuronTransmit impulses from the brain and spinal cord to effectors (muscle or gland)
Central Nervous SystemConsist of a brain and spinal cord
BrainIs a large mass of neurons located in the cranium (skull)
CerebrumCenter of control for: voluntary body movements, 5 senses, and memory
CerebellumCoordinates motor activities and aids in maintaining balance
MedullaInvoluntary activities like breathing and heartbeat
Spinal CordExtends from the brain and is protected by the vertebrae of the spinal column
Spinal CordCoordinates activities between the brain and other body structures
Autonomic Nervous SystemConsists of nerves that regulate involuntary actions like heartbeat and gland secretions
Cerebral PalsyA group of diseases caused by damage to the parts of the brain that control voluntary movement that occurs during embryonic development
MeningitisInflammation of the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord
StrokeA disorder in which the brain is damaged as a result of cerebral hemorrhage, blood clot or ruptured aneurysm
PolioA viral disease of the central nervous system which may result in paralysis and is now prevented through immunization
EpilepsySeizure disorder of the brain
EpilepsyDisorder that can be characterized by episodes of daydreaming or staring during class
HydrocephalusTreatment is typically a surgical procedure to create a bypass or shunt to relieve pressure
Lumbar punctureDiagnostic procedure most likely ordered if child comes to ER with high fever, headache, stiff neck
Multiple SclerosisWeakness in arms,legs, numbness and double vision are symptoms in disease common in young adult women
VentriclesFour fluid-filled cavities in the brain that contain CSF



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