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What is the purpose of systematic investigation of the neuro exam? correct answer: -identify systems working well -identify systems with impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions -can be a screening tool or investigative tool When should you use a neuro screening exam? correct answer: -when patient NOT suspected of having neurological involvement -CONFIRMING nervous system is intact When should you perform a neuro examination? correct answer: -when there is a ...

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13 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

Demetrius

What structures are involved in sound amplification? correct answer: -malleus -incus -stapes What structures are involved in sound dampening? correct answer: -tensor tympani: malleus -stapedius: stapes What is the labyrinth? correct answer: *inner ear* -cochlea, vestibule, semicircular canals What is the bony labyrinth? correct answer: -compact bone -contains perilymph that suspends membranous labyrinth What is the membranous labyrinth? correct answer: -cochlear duct, utric...

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23 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

Demetrius

What makes up the brainstem? correct answer: midbrain, pons, medulla oblongata What is the reticular formation? correct answer: a diffuse network of nerve pathways in the brainstem connecting the spinal cord, cerebrum, and cerebellum, and mediating the overall level of consciousness What is the function of the reticular formation of the brainstem? correct answer: -integrates sensory and cortical information -regulates somatic motor activity and autonomic function -regulates sleep and ...

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16 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

Demetrius

What are the non traumatic types of spinal cord injuries (SCI)? correct answer: -trauma -vascular (AVM) -nutritional (B12) -epidural abscess -neoplasms -infectious myelitis (viral, Lyme disease) -inflammatory myelitis (MS, lupus) Where are the most common locations for a SCI? correct answer: -C4, C5, C6 -cervical level = tetraplegia -lumbar level: paraplegia Deficits from a SCI result from what? correct answer: -primary damage -secondary damage -spinal shock What makes an S...

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18 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

Demetrius

Clinical Neuroscience Exam 2 with complete solution

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5 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

Wiseman

Clinical Neuroscience Exam 1 latest 2023 with complete solution

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6 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

Wiseman