Question 1

Which are parts of the meninges? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Dura mater 
B)  Pia mater 
C)  Choroid 
D)  Arachnoid 
E)  Ganglia 
A)  Dura mater 
B)  Pia mater 
C)  Choroid 
D)  Arachnoid 
E)  Ganglia

Question 2

The primary function of the central nervous system is to

Accepted Answer

A)  process information to be relayed to muscles and glands. 
B)  serve the afferent sensory system. 
C)  serve the efferent motor system. 
D)  mediate involuntary functions. 
A)  process information to be relayed to muscles and glands. 
B)  serve the afferent sensory system. 
C)  serve the efferent motor system. 
D)  mediate involuntary functions.

Question 3

Neurons with one dendrite and one axon are

Accepted Answer

A)  unipolar. 
B)  bipolar. 
C)  dipolar. 
D)  multipolar. 
A)  unipolar. 
B)  bipolar. 
C)  dipolar. 
D)  multipolar.

Question 4

Acetylcholine is released into the synapse by

Accepted Answer

A)  passive reuptake of acetylcholine into the presynaptic neuron. 
B)  active reuptake of acetylcholine into the presynaptic neuron. 
C)  passive diffusion into the postsynaptic membrane. 
D)  degradation by acetylcholinesterase. 
A)  passive reuptake of acetylcholine into the presynaptic neuron. 
B)  active reuptake of acetylcholine into the presynaptic neuron. 
C)  passive diffusion into the postsynaptic membrane. 
D)  degradation by acetylcholinesterase.

Question 5

Pupil constriction is controlled by cranial nerve

Accepted Answer

A)  II. 
B)  III. 
C)  VIII. 
D)  IX. 
A)  II. 
B)  III. 
C)  VIII. 
D)  IX.

Question 6

Memories are stored in the nervous system by

Accepted Answer

A)  specific neurons in the cortex. 
B)  rearrangement of synaptic contacts. 
C)  selective apoptosis of neurons. 
D)  changes in synaptic efficiency. 
A)  specific neurons in the cortex. 
B)  rearrangement of synaptic contacts. 
C)  selective apoptosis of neurons. 
D)  changes in synaptic efficiency.

Question 7

The ________ protects the soft tissue of the brain.

Accepted Answer

A)  dural septa 
B)  dura 
C)  falx cerebri 
D)  tentorium cerebella 
A)  dural septa 
B)  dura 
C)  falx cerebri 
D)  tentorium cerebella

Question 8

It is true that the arachnoid layer of the meninges (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  is thick and tough for support and protection. 
B)  lies between the dura and the skull. 
C)  contains spaces that are only evident in the presence of pathologic processes. 
D)  is semitransparent and weblike. 
E)  contains collagenous connective tissue. 
A)  is thick and tough for support and protection. 
B)  lies between the dura and the skull. 
C)  contains spaces that are only evident in the presence of pathologic processes. 
D)  is semitransparent and weblike. 
E)  contains collagenous connective tissue.

Question 9

Neurotransmitter binding to neuronal receptors occurs primarily at the dendrite and

Accepted Answer

A)  cell body. 
B)  nucleus. 
C)  axon hillock. 
D)  axon terminal. 
A)  cell body. 
B)  nucleus. 
C)  axon hillock. 
D)  axon terminal.

Exam 43: Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Which are parts of the meninges? (Select all that apply.)

The primary function of the central nervous system is to

Neurons with one dendrite and one axon are

Acetylcholine is released into the synapse by

Pupil constriction is controlled by cranial nerve

Memories are stored in the nervous system by

The ________ protects the soft tissue of the brain.

It is true that the arachnoid layer of the meninges (Select all that apply.)

Neurotransmitter binding to neuronal receptors occurs primarily at the dendrite and

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis, Allostasis, and Adaptive Responses to Stressors

Cell Structure and Function

Cell Injury, Aging, and Death

Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation

Genetic and Developmental Disorders

Neoplasia

Infectious Processes

Inflammation and Immunity

Alterations in Immune Function

Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and Aids

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Homeostasis and Blood Coagulation

Alterations in Blood Flow

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Cardiac Function

Alterations in Cardiac Function

Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases

Shock

Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange

Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders

Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders

Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances

Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances

Renal Function

Intrarenal Disorders

Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract

Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Gastrointestinal Function

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Liver Diseases

Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

Disorders of Endocrine Function

Diabetes Mellitus

Alterations in Metabolism and Nutrition

Acute Disorders of Brain Function

Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function

Alterations in Special Sensory Function

Pain

Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

Alterations in the Integumentary System

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