Chapter 12, Problem 3Q

In newborns and premature babies, the bloodbrain barrier is not fully developed. Explain why this might be reason enough to pay careful attention to their diet.

The term ________________________ describes the surgical repair of a nerve. neuralgia neurorrhaphy neurology neuroplasty

Poliomyelitis is a viral infection of the gray matter of the spinal cord. __________ __________ __________ __________

Carolyn Goodwin complained of profound fatigue that is not improved by bed rest and was made worse by physical or mental activity. After ruling out other causes, her physician diagnosed her condition as being_____________syndrome.

Julio D., who had recently retired, was enjoying an afternoon of playing golf when suddenly he experienced a severe headache and dizziness. These symptoms were quickly followed by numbness and partial paralysis on the tipper right side of his body, accompanied by an inability to speak. After being rushed to the emergency room, Julio was diagnosed as having suffered a stroke. Given the observed neurological impairment, what areas of his brain were affected?