List the similarities and differences between the terms: cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis

Compare and contrast the terms: biceps and triceps

Mr. Anwari, age 73, is brought to the physician’s office by his daughter, Lucy, who is an LPN. She states her concerns about her father: During the past 2 months he has been found wandering in the neighborhood because he forgets where he lives. Neighbors would see him, note that he appears confused, and bring him home. Lucy is worried that her father is showing signs of early Alzheimer’s disease. What parts of the limbic system may be affected in Alzheimer’s disease?

Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. The outermost covering of the meninges is: (a.) arachnoid (b.) arachnoid villa (c.) dura mater (d.) pia mater

Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. The frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes make up the: (a.) cerebrum (b.) cerebellum (c.) midbrain (d.) brain stem

Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. Each nerve cell has only one: (a.) axon (b.) neurilemma (c.) dendrite (d.) myelin

Carolyn is a 36-year-old mother of three young children. She had an accident while skiing. After 4 months, she is still experiencing pain in her right knee and is walking with a limp. Carolyn visits the orthopedic physician and is told she needs an arthroscopic examination. While doing the arthroscopy, the physician also removes scar tissue in her knee joint. The follow-up care requires intensive physical therapy. What are the benefits of a regular exercise program?

Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. The lumbar puncture must be done below the: (a.) first lumbar vertebrae (b.) second lumbar vertebrae (c.) third lumbar vertebrae (d.) sacrum

Mr. Anwari, age 73, is brought to the physician’s office by his daughter, Lucy, who is an LPN. She states her concerns about her father: During the past 2 months he has been found wandering in the neighborhood because he forgets where he lives. Neighbors would see him, note that he appears confused, and bring him home. Lucy is worried that her father is showing signs of early Alzheimer’s disease. What are the functions of the frontal lobe of the cerebral cortex?

Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. A network of spinal nerves is called: (a.) mixed (b.) efferent (c.) plexus (d.) afferent

A blow to the head can cause a loss of consciousness. What centers in the brain are associated with alertness?

List the similarities and differences between the terms: dementia and Alzheimer’s

Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. The cranial nerve responsible for chewing is: (a.) trochlear (b.) facial (c.) glossopharyngeal (d.) trigeminal

How are multiple sclerosis (MS) and Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) similar?