In this assignment we'll learn about and review the divisions of the nervous system and examine the specialized cells that allow it to function.
This link will take you to the most recent class recording, from 10/10/24.
Past recordings:
Here is a link to the lesson recording from last year's lesson that goes over the material in this assignment. I will update with this year's recording link once we cover the material in a class session.
Here is the recording link from 10/13/23.
In class today we discussed the first medical terminology assignment. The practice flashcards can be found here. The actual assignment, where you will submit your pronunciations, will be opened for you later.
Here is a list of all of the terms that we will cover in Anatomy A & B. My quizlet flashcards for these terms can be found here too.
After studying this unit, you will be able to:
Outline the organization and functions of the central and peripheral nervous systems (This assignment)
Locate and identify the major regions of the brain and describe their functions (5.06 assignment)
Analyze the basic structure and functions of the cranial nerves, spinal cord, and special sense organs (5.10 assignment)
Discuss common diseases and disorders of the neurological system (5.10 assignment)
The first three questions are connected to information that we will discuss in class and that can be found in the class readings. You can also learn the information by watching the video linked below. I added checkpoints so that the question appears just after the place in the video where it was discussed.
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Use this image of a neuron to help you with the follow questions about neuron structure.
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A __________ allows you to click on a reaction button in a class session, while a __________ allows you to feel the warmth from a hot cup of coffee.
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What do you think about a career in neuroscience? Did anything about this doctor's work day seem appealing or unappealing to you?
Do you have any other comments or feedback for me and the class?
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Drop the items into the category of Central Nervous system or Peripheral Nervous system.
*Check out the Nervous System flow chart diagram from our class slides if you need help with this question.*
Motor neurons
Spinal cord
Sensory neurons
Brain
Central Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous system
Match the areas of the brain on the left with their functions on the right.
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Pons
Enlarged extension of the spinal cord. Regulates basic functions like breathing and heart rate.
Cebebrum
Helps with communication between sensory organs and the brain.
CereBELLUM
Large wrinkled part of the brain that is divided into two hemispheres and further into lobes. High-level processing happens here.
Spinal cord
"Little brain" This area controls Motor functions.
Medulla oblongata
A bundle of nerves that connects the peripheral nervous system to the brain. Sends messages to and from the brain.
What is the gap between two neurons called where signals are transmitted?
Axon
Synapse
Dendrite
Myelin sheath
What is the long strand that conducts electrical impulses in a neuron?
Nucleus
Axon
Dendrite
Cell body
What is the term for the electrical signal transferred along a neuron?
Neuron impulse
Nerve impulse
Nerve wave
Electron signal
How does the impulse travel through a neuron?
Cell body to dendrite to axon
Cell body to axon to dendrite
Dendrite to cell body to axon
Axon to cell body to dendrite
What is the primary function of a dendrite in a neuron?
To transmit signals to other neurons
To receive incoming signals from other neurons
To supply nutrients to the neuron
To insulate the neuron
Which part of a neuron contains the nucleus?
Myelin sheath
Axon
Dendrites
Cell body
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What are the three main functions of our Nervous system
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Sensory input
Integration
Listening
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Our neurons are the shortest lived cells in our body and are replaced every 7-10 days.
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Because our neurons do not divide (are amitotic) it is very serious when they are damaged.
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What is one example of excellent stroke care that the doctor is proud of?
making the most accurate diagnoses
reducing the time before a patient receives stroke treatment
seeing the greatest number of patients in the state