Portage Learning BIOD 152
Module 2 Exam 2 with correct
answers
This layer of the meninges is tightly attached to the brain - ANSWER-pia mater
The ________ fissure separates the right and left cerebral hemispheres. -
ANSWER-median longitudinal
Describe the function of the brain ventricles - ANSWER-there are 4 ventricles in
the interior of the brain, chambers filled with cerebrospinal fluid which is
produced there. once formed the CSF circulates through the ventricles and into
the subarachnoid space bathing and floating the brain
All the following are functions of the hypothalamus EXCEPT - ANSWER-filters out
unimportant sensory information
What is the largest portion of the brain? - ANSWER-cerebrum
This region of the brain controls decision making skills - ANSWER-frontal lobe
, A patient is having difficulty producing speech sounds, but other motor
movements are normal. which area of the brain is most likely damaged? -
ANSWER-broca's area
What is muscle tone and how is it maintained? - ANSWER-muscle tone is the
degree at which muscles remain partially contracted while at rest. muscle tone is
continuously monitored and maintained by the cerebellum to keep bones and
joints in place.
Which statement is FALSE concerning the brain stem? - ANSWER-the midbrain
helps to regulate breathing.
Which of the following is TRUE concerning the cerebellum? - ANSWER-the
anterior lobe receives information from the body trunk.
Which of the following is most likely a symptom of ALS? - ANSWER-impaired
ability to swallow
Which of the following is FALSE concerning CV A? - ANSWER-an ischemic stroke is
also known as a "brain bleed"
A patient is unable to extend his fourth and fifth digits when asked to open his
hand. what is most likely the cause? - ANSWER-ulnar nerve damage
Label the following spinal cord regions in the diagram below - ANSWER-1: lateral
column
Module 2 Exam 2 with correct
answers
This layer of the meninges is tightly attached to the brain - ANSWER-pia mater
The ________ fissure separates the right and left cerebral hemispheres. -
ANSWER-median longitudinal
Describe the function of the brain ventricles - ANSWER-there are 4 ventricles in
the interior of the brain, chambers filled with cerebrospinal fluid which is
produced there. once formed the CSF circulates through the ventricles and into
the subarachnoid space bathing and floating the brain
All the following are functions of the hypothalamus EXCEPT - ANSWER-filters out
unimportant sensory information
What is the largest portion of the brain? - ANSWER-cerebrum
This region of the brain controls decision making skills - ANSWER-frontal lobe
, A patient is having difficulty producing speech sounds, but other motor
movements are normal. which area of the brain is most likely damaged? -
ANSWER-broca's area
What is muscle tone and how is it maintained? - ANSWER-muscle tone is the
degree at which muscles remain partially contracted while at rest. muscle tone is
continuously monitored and maintained by the cerebellum to keep bones and
joints in place.
Which statement is FALSE concerning the brain stem? - ANSWER-the midbrain
helps to regulate breathing.
Which of the following is TRUE concerning the cerebellum? - ANSWER-the
anterior lobe receives information from the body trunk.
Which of the following is most likely a symptom of ALS? - ANSWER-impaired
ability to swallow
Which of the following is FALSE concerning CV A? - ANSWER-an ischemic stroke is
also known as a "brain bleed"
A patient is unable to extend his fourth and fifth digits when asked to open his
hand. what is most likely the cause? - ANSWER-ulnar nerve damage
Label the following spinal cord regions in the diagram below - ANSWER-1: lateral
column
