Exam 13: The Nervous System

The resting membrane potential is measured at ____. ​

Match the neuron structures to the statements below.  -cell body ​

Trigeminal neuralgia is due to compression of ____. ​

The cell that controls efferent functions is a(n)____. ​

Which neurotransmitter functions to stimulate skeletal muscle contraction? ​

A brain injury to which structure might often be fatal? ​

Which brain structure works in conjunction with the basal nuclei to control motor activity? ​

During an action potential, the membrane potential ____. ​

On which structure would you expect to find a body map? ​

The Na-K pump moves how many sodium ions across the membrane with every action? ​

A PET scan showing significant activity in the occipital lobe would reflect brain activity for someone who is ____. ​

Explain how short-term memory is consolidated into long-term storage. ​

Which neurotransmitter functions inhibit the release of other neurotransmitters? ​

Match the neuron structures to the statements below.  -conduction zone

Which of the following is NOT an action of the sympathetic nervous system? ​

In a resting neuron, which ion is leaking out of the cell? ​

After consolidation, long term memories are stored in the ____. ​

Which disorder is associated with buildup of amyloid proteins leading to loss of memory and intellectual functions? ​

Action potentials propagate ____. ​