Indicate whether the reticular activation system is a structural entity or a functional entity.explain

Q: Define the term Basal Nuclei?

A: The basal nuclei are also called the basal ganglia. The term "basal" refers to the location of these…

Q: Describe the locations and functions of the somatosensory, visual, auditory, and frontal association…

A: The frontal association area is found at the front of the frontal lobe. It integrates information…

Q: A person with a spinal cord injury is experiencing loss of pain sensation in his left leg and loss…

A: The long, thin, tubular structure that extends from the medulla oblongata (brainstem) and is part of…

Q: List the functions of cerebrospinal fluid.

A: The nervous system is involved in the coordination and controlling of various activities in the…

Q: Describe the location and functions of the reticular formation.

A: In the human body, the brain is a complex organ present. The brain is the control center of the…

Q: Define the terms reflex and spinal reflex and identify the components of a reflex arc.

A: Note- Since you have asked multiple questions, we will solve the first question for you. If you want…

Q: Explain the basis for mapping the primary somatosensory area.

A: The somatosensory pathway comprises primary secondary and tertiary neurons—the cell bodies of these…

Q: Explain the location of cerebrospinal fluid.

A: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) can be defined as the clear, colorless body fluid present in the brain and…

Q: Describe the EEG Findings of Febrile Seizures?

A: Electroencephalogram is a diagnostic technique used in seizure disorder.  A seizure episode that…

Q: Explain why visceral sensations are more difficult to localize thansomatic sensations.

A: Visceral sensations are those sensations that arise from the viscera that includes bloating,…

Q: State the function and location of CSF.

A: The human body is a well built machine in which all the organs coordinate together to make it work.…

Q: Describe the primary motor area of the cerebral cortexand discuss how it interacts with other parts…

A: Motor cortex consists of different areas in the frontal agranular cortex. The areas get inputs from…

Q: Differentiate between Cerebrum and Cerebellum.

A: The brain acts as the central organ of the nervous system and acts as the controlling and…

Q: What types of sensory deficits could be produced by damage to the right spinothalamic tract?

A: Damage to the right spinothalamic tract could result in loss of pain,thermal sensation, tickle and…

Q: Describe the convergence reflex.

A: Eye is the chief organ of the visual system. In most mammals they are paired structures and are oval…

Q: List the functions of the reticular formation.

A: A set of interconnected nuclei present throughout the brainstem are known as reticular formation.…

Q: List three types of cerebral palsy.

A: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of conditions that impact a person's ability to balance, move, and…

Q: Explain the specific signs of dysfunction that would beexpected in a young child with a cerebellar…

A: Pediatric brain tumors are masses or growths of abnormal cells that occur in a child's brain or in…

Q: What change will happen in basal forebrains in elderly Alzheimer’s sufferers ?

A: Alzheimer's disease is a neurologic disorder. In this disorder death of brain cells occur that cause…

Q: Define the terms reflex and spinal reflex and identify the components of a reflex arc

A: Reflex, Spinal reflex and Reflex arc are inter-related to each other. All these three are related to…

Q: Why is a rapid assessment of neurological functionimportant in an emergency situation?

A: The nervous system is a complex system coordinating crucial activities of the body. Any damage to it…

Q: Compare referred and phantom pain

A: Pain is the term that describes the uncomfortable sensation in the body and it usually stems from…

Q: Explain the comparator activities of the spinocerebellum.

A: Spinocerebellum: [Comparator]           The spinocerebellum seems to function as a comparator,…

Q: Describe the basic distribution of gray and white matter

A: Axons of the neurones consists of Grey matter which sends the information and   dendrites and Soma…

Q: Where is CSF usually obtained for examination and explain why.

A: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colourless bodily fluid found in the tissue that surrounds all…

Q: If a person has had a stroke and as a result has difficulty speaking properly, which hemisphere is…

A: If a person experiances stroke as a result of which he has difficulty in speech or interfers his…

Q: Explain corpora quadrigemina.

A: The “human brain” is the large complex organ of the body and it is composed of millions of neurons.…

Q: State the location of fibrous astrocytes.

A: Nervous tissue is a major class of tissues that plays an essential role in building up the central…

Q: Explain about the Diencephalon ?

A: Gray matter makes up the cortex, which covers the outer surface of the cerebrum. The cerebral cortex…

Q: . Explain the indications of a hypoactive reflex versus those of a hyperactive reflex.

A: Any stimulus can initiate a reflex which refers to a rapid response in which few neurons are…

Q: Identify at least three symptoms a person who has sustained damage to their cerebellum might…

A: The coordination of voluntary motor action, balance and equilibrium, and muscle tone are all…

Q: Retrograde amnesia results when consolidation is speeded up. T or F?

A: The term amnesia is associated with the memory loss. The memory loss can occur partially or…

Q: State the function and location of  Reticular formation.

A: A brain is an organ that serves as the center of the nervous system in all vertebrates and most…

Q: Discuss the production, flow, and function of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

A: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colorless liquid similar to blood plasma that circulates in…

Q: State the main function of cerebrospinal fluid.

A: Step 1 Cerebrospinal fluid is a clear and colorless fluid. It bathes the interior and exterior of…

Q: Explain and describe the symptoms of macular degeneration

A: Macular degeneration my a lead to lethal blindness in later stages of life.

Q: State the function and location of  Thalamus.

A: Thalamus is an essential part. This plays important functions in the human body. Thalami (singular:…