SW – sleep is characterized by :-a- predominance of the slow α – waves in EEGb- occurrence of dreamsc- irregularity of heart rate and respiratory rated- being a deep type of sleep

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A: Normal consciousness involves wakefulness and alertness in an individual. The abnormal state of…

Q: Rapid memory extinction in pat associated with: Prefrontal cortex thickness Glucocorticoid receptor…

A: The patients suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder experience trouble in concentration and…

Q: Concerning the nervous system all the followings are 2 points true except * autonomic nerve fibers…

A: The autonomic nervous system is a complex set of neurons that mediated internal homeostasis without…

Q: Intracranial headache may result from all the following clinical causes, except :-a- decreased CSF…

A: Clinical presentation  in case of intracranial pathology can result in intracranial headache. Pain…

Q: unrelenting crying episode. The most likely form of brain damage was: an Disseminated Focal O…

A: This is the case of shaken baby syndrome in which the baby is violently shaken causing the brain…

Q: Which of the following cognitive abilities is often impaired in dyslexia? False-belief…

A: Dyslexia is a disorder occurs in children with normal vission and intelligence, characterized by…

Q: One of the following does not belong to the group. Identify the one and explain why it does not…

A: The Brain or encephalon is the part of the central nervous system which is protected within the…

Q: confirm brain death in an indicated case for organs' donation, ect one:

A: A brain death is defined as an irreversible cessation or a stoppage of all activities in the brain…

Q: Which of the following is a type of partial seizures? O Petit mal ) Tonic-clonic O Atonic O Simple

A: Seizure is a condition in which there is recurring, unprovoked movements that may be due to damage…

Q: Electrical impulses travelling from a point of origin to adjacent regions of the cortex is referred…

A: A sudden uncontrollable electrical disturbance on the brain is known as seizure. Causes change in…

Q: Which structure is highlighted? Multiple Choice cerebrum pons thalamus cerebellum medulla oblongata

A: Ans. The brain is a sophisticated and important organ that acts as the nervous system's hub and is…

Q: patients with ptsd the hippocampus is generally less active and the amygdala is more active in…

A: PTSD stands for post traumatic stress disorder. Its aptsay include flashbacks, nightmares and severe…

Q: REM sleep can be disrupted by (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY): Barbiturates Corticosteroids Alcohol…

A: Rapid (REM) eye movement sleep is considered a disorder, in which there is a rapid eye movement.…

Q: All of the following are types of aphasia EXCEPT ________.     receptive     global     amnesia…

A: Brain The brain is the central information processing organ of our body, and acts as a command and…

Q: c) Infantile amnesia punds baby is However after d) Babinski reflex 47- A parent sitting close to…

A: Parents are telling about tye toddlers reaction with the toys.  Toddlers starts ignoring old toys…

Q: Retrogarde amnesia indicates :-a- inability to consolidate memoriesb- Inability to recall memoriesc-…

A: Amnesia is defined as the form of memory loss. Amnesia is caused due to brain damage, several…

Q: What is the difference between retrograde and ante Othere is no difference memory loss duration;…

A: Amnesia is the loss of memories, including details, knowledge, and experiences. Those who suffer…

Q: All of the following primary conditions can lead to seizures EXCEPT:

A: Hyperglycemia - Increase in blood glucose levels . Hypoglycemia - Decrease in blood glucose levels.

Q: Brainwaves during Delta/deep sleep are _________ than in other stages. This is a sign of _________…

A: Introduction :  EEG stands for electroencephalogram. It is a process used to assess the electrical…

Q: The brain area highlighted orange is the: Wernicke's area somatosensory cortex O primary motor…

A: Brain is the complex part of the body which consists of millions of neurons, which controls the body…

Q: MENINGES The coverings around the brain are the same three layers as the coverings around the spinal…

A: Nervous system is one of 11 body system which is involved in control, coordination,  thinking and…

Q: Basal Ganglia damage is always: Contralateral to the site of lesion Acquired rather than inherited…

A: Basal ganglia  It is the gray matter collection in the cerebrum that connects with other brain…

Q: β – waves of the EEG :-a- are observed during relaxed wakeful stateb- are faster than α – waves but…

A: Answer: Introduction: Beta(β) waves represent a brain wave shows normal waking condition of body.…

Q: Tectospinal tract :-a- originate mainly from the inferior colliculusb- originate mainly from the…

A: The nervous system is a complex assortment of nerves and specialized cells known as neurons that…

Q: Cerebrospinal fluid is formed by: O Ependymal cells O Astrocytes O Schwann cells O Microglia O…

A: Cerebrospinal fluid is a clear, colorless fluid that is present in the brain and spinal cord in…

Q: Formation of the cerebrospinal fluid occurs mainly in the arachnoid plexus of the ventricles in the…

A: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a colourless bodily fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal chord in…

Q: Name a sleep disorder & its symptoms, treatment & biological basis

A: The term sleep disorders is collectively used to represent a group of conditions which persistently…

Q: Failure of the spinal reflexes is manifested by :-a- automatic micturitionb- appearance of Babinski…

A: Spinal reflex or the spinal cord reflex refers to several simple behaviors, produced by the…

Q: Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?   Coma – lack sleep-wake cycles Desynchronized…

A: In coma conditions, the patient is in state of unconsciousness and has minimum brain activity. The…

Q: The association cortices are devoted to: The homunculus Stereognosis Higher mental functions Upper…

A: Association cortices is present on medial and inferior surfaces of cerebral hemisphere which is also…

Q: Cerebrospinal fluid flows in the space between the: arachnoid and pia mater dura mater and pia mater…

A: The human nervous system is the most complex system that is made of brain and the nerves that runs…

Q: Cerebrospinal fluid is produ O neuron O oligodendrocyte O astrocyte

A: Ependymal cells are the glial cells present in the central nervous system. They are cuboidal or…

Q: Petit mal seizures found in children generally go away with age. True or false. A flat EEG is a…

A: Seizures are a neurological condition characterized by sudden abnormal electrical activity in the…

Q: Alzheimer's one of the diseases that could be diagnosis by EOG ЕCG EMG EEG Receives and…

A: Introduction :- The excessive build-up of proteins in and around brain cells is assumed to be the…

Q: Fatigue of reflexes :-a- develops gradually and recovers rapidlyb- develops rapidly and recovers…

A: The involuntary and automatic response for a stimulus is called a reflex and the pathway is called a…

Q: State which type of EEG waveforms would be expected when a person is - engaged in an intense…

A: Gamma (γ) frequency Concentration Beta (β) 12–35 Hz Anxiety dominant, active, external attention,…

Q: EEG can be used to diagnosis of the :following Mental illnesses Head fever Brain activity Reading of…

A: The brain is the central processing controlling unit of the body. Nervous coordination and signaling…

Learning and memory

Learning is defined as a relatively permanent and irreversible adaptive change in behavior. It always results from experience. The ability of an organism to store and recall the effects, sensations, and knowledge gained through learning and experience is called memory.