|SOLVED| - Elaborated-Portage Learning Anatomy & Physiology 2 Module 2 Exam
|SOLVED| - Elaborated-Portage Learning Anatomy & Physiology 2 Module 2 Exam
Question 1
3 / 3 pts
This layer of the meninges is tightly attac
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|SOLVED| - Elaborated-Portage Learning Anatomy & Physiology 2 Module 2 Exam
|SOLVED| - Elaborated-Portage Learning Anatomy & Physiology 2 Module 2 Exam
Question 1
3 / 3 pts
This layer of the meninges is tightly attached to the brain.
Pia mater (menix)
Question 2
3 / 3 pts
The _______ fissure separates the right and left cerebral hemispheres.
Median longitudinal
Question 3
4 / 4 pts
Describe the function of the brain ventricles.
There are four ventricles in the interior of the brain, chambers filled with cerebrospinal
fluid which is produced there. Once formed the CSF circulates through the ventricles and
into the subarachnoid space bathing and floating the brain.
Question 4
2 / 2 pts
All the following are functions of the hypothalamus except:
Regulates sleep
Links the nervous and endocrine systems
Correct!
Filters out unimportant sensory information
Regulates water balance
Question 5
2 / 2 pts
What is the largest portion of the brain?
Cerebellum
Correct!
Cerebrum
Corpus collosum
Cingulate gyrus
Question 6
2 / 2 pts
This region of the brain controls decision making skills.
Correct!
Frontal lobe
Cerebellum
Occipital lobe
Temporal lobe
Primary sensory cortex
Question 7
2 / 2 pts
A patient is having difficulty producing speech sounds, but other motor movements are normal.
Which area of the brain is most likely damaged?
Correct!
Broca’s area
Wernicke’s area
Occipital lobe
Parietal lobe
Primary motor cortex
Question 8
2 / 2 pts
What is muscle tone and how is it maintained?
Muscle tone is the degree at which muscles remain partially contracted while at rest.
Muscle tone is continuously monitored and maintained by the cerebellum to keep bones
and joints in place.
Question 9
2 / 2 pts
Which statement is false concerning the brainstem?
The medulla portion of the brainstem continuous with the spinal cord.
The medulla contains reflex centers to regulate vasoconstriction.
The midbrain contains the superior and inferior colliculi.
Correct!
The midbrain helps to regulate breathing.
Question 10
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following is true concerning the cerebellum?
The gray matter is internal while the white mater is external.
The cerebellum works to plan body movements by relaying information spinal cord.
Correct!
The anterior lobe receives information from the body trunk.
The vermis coordinates the trunk and shoulder movements.
Question 11
0 / 2 pts
Which of the following is most likely a symptom of ALS?
Correct Answer
Impaired ability to swallow
Decreased sensation in the hands
Shrinkage of cerebral cortex
Increased size of brain ventricles
You Answered
All the above.
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