Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition) (Anatomy and Physiology)
Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition) (Anatomy and Physiology)
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ISBN: 9780134206332
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Lori A. Smith
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12.9, Problem 22CYU
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The degenerative brain disorder Mrs. Less might have as she is a neurology patient, has a shuffling, seldom smiles, stooped gait, and frequently spills her coffee.

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The brain is known to be the most sophisticated and delicate part of the body. Nervous tissue is known to be delicate and soft and even a slight pressure may injure the neurons. The brain, however, is covered and protected by the skull bone, membranes (meninges), and watery cushion (cerebrospinal fluid).

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Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition) (Anatomy and Physiology)

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