Anatomy & Physiology for Speech, Language,
and Hearing
7th Edition
• Author(s)J. Anthony Seikel, David G.
Drumright, Daniel J. Hudock
TEST BANK
Chapter 11. Neuroanatomy
Overview
Sense, Sensor, and Stimulation
Divisions of the Nervous System
Central Nervous System and Peripheral Nervous System
Autonomic and Somatic Nervous Systems
Development Divisions
Anatomy of the Central Nervous System and Peripheral Nervous System
Neurons……..
,
,Question 1
Which part of a neuron receives incoming signals, such as touch
sensation, from other cells?
A. Axon
B. Dendrite
C. Soma (cell body)
D. Myelin sheath
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The dendrite is the input side of the neuron that
receives signals (e.g., sensory input) from other cells.
• Option A is incorrect because the axon is the output fiber
that transmits impulses away from the cell body, not the
input side.
• Option C is incorrect because the soma (cell body) contains
the nucleus and organelles but mainly integrates signals
rather than acting as the primary receiver of incoming
impulses.
• Option D is incorrect because the myelin sheath is an
insulating covering on the axon that increases conduction
speed, not a signal receiver.
Question 2
Which division of the nervous system is made up of the brain
, and spinal cord, all of which are encased in bone?
A. Autonomic Nervous System
B. Peripheral Nervous System
C. Central Nervous System
D. Somatic Nervous System
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Central Nervous System (CNS) consists of the
brain and spinal cord, which are indeed encased in the skull and
vertebral column.
• Option A is incorrect because the autonomic nervous
system is a functional division (part of the peripheral
system) controlling involuntary functions, not a structural
division of brain/spinal cord.
• Option B is incorrect because the Peripheral Nervous
System (PNS) consists of nerves outside the CNS (nerves
leaving the brainstem or spinal cord).
• Option D is incorrect because the somatic nervous system
is a component of the PNS controlling voluntary skeletal
muscles, not the CNS itself.
Question 3
What term describes neural pathways that carry sensory
information from the body toward the brain?
A. Afferent pathways
B. Efferent pathways
and Hearing
7th Edition
• Author(s)J. Anthony Seikel, David G.
Drumright, Daniel J. Hudock
TEST BANK
Chapter 11. Neuroanatomy
Overview
Sense, Sensor, and Stimulation
Divisions of the Nervous System
Central Nervous System and Peripheral Nervous System
Autonomic and Somatic Nervous Systems
Development Divisions
Anatomy of the Central Nervous System and Peripheral Nervous System
Neurons……..
,
,Question 1
Which part of a neuron receives incoming signals, such as touch
sensation, from other cells?
A. Axon
B. Dendrite
C. Soma (cell body)
D. Myelin sheath
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The dendrite is the input side of the neuron that
receives signals (e.g., sensory input) from other cells.
• Option A is incorrect because the axon is the output fiber
that transmits impulses away from the cell body, not the
input side.
• Option C is incorrect because the soma (cell body) contains
the nucleus and organelles but mainly integrates signals
rather than acting as the primary receiver of incoming
impulses.
• Option D is incorrect because the myelin sheath is an
insulating covering on the axon that increases conduction
speed, not a signal receiver.
Question 2
Which division of the nervous system is made up of the brain
, and spinal cord, all of which are encased in bone?
A. Autonomic Nervous System
B. Peripheral Nervous System
C. Central Nervous System
D. Somatic Nervous System
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Central Nervous System (CNS) consists of the
brain and spinal cord, which are indeed encased in the skull and
vertebral column.
• Option A is incorrect because the autonomic nervous
system is a functional division (part of the peripheral
system) controlling involuntary functions, not a structural
division of brain/spinal cord.
• Option B is incorrect because the Peripheral Nervous
System (PNS) consists of nerves outside the CNS (nerves
leaving the brainstem or spinal cord).
• Option D is incorrect because the somatic nervous system
is a component of the PNS controlling voluntary skeletal
muscles, not the CNS itself.
Question 3
What term describes neural pathways that carry sensory
information from the body toward the brain?
A. Afferent pathways
B. Efferent pathways
