Question 1

Seizures that originate in a focal area without affecting consciousness are known as

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A)   absence seizures.
B)   tonic-clonic seizures.
C)   simple partial seizures.
D)   complex partial seizures.

Question 2

Prion diseases are responsible for TSEs. Explain the states of prions and our understanding about their involvement in TSEs. Discuss how a TSE can be transmitted to humans.

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Prions are proteins with alternate shape...

Question 3

Using virtual reality (VR)  for rehabilitation after brain injury

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A)   does not produce any significant benefits.
B)   is impossible, given the inability of patients to use the technology.
C)   might be used in the future but is not currently available.
D)   allows the patient to receive more hours of rehabilitation than more traditional methods requiring the presence of a therapist.

Question 4

In addition to flulike symptoms, meningitis may cause

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A)   sudden onset focal seizures.
B)   a characteristic "bulls-eye" rash.
C)   a stiff neck and sensitivity to lights.
D)   fatigue and joint pain.

Question 5

Meningitis is

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A)   an overreaction by the immune system to viruses like chicken pox.
B)   an infection by mosquito-borne viruses.
C)   caused by ingestion of the pork tapeworm.
D)   an inflammation of the membranes covering the brain.

Question 6

Which of the following is one of the three leading causes of traumatic brain injuries in the United States?

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A)   playing football
B)   traffic accidents
C)   playing soccer
D)   boxing

Question 7

Alzheimer's disease involves several changes in the brain. Which of the following is NOT one of the affected structures?

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A)   neurofibrillary tangles
B)   beta amyloid proteins
C)   extrapyramidal cells
D)   tau proteins

Question 8

Summarize the symptoms and treatment of HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND).

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HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (...

Question 9

The most common symptoms of neurocysticercosis is

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A)   nausea and double vision.
B)   a rash.
C)   the sudden onset of partial seizures.
D)   the sudden onset of tonic-clonic seizures.

Question 10

Seizure activity may be associated with reduced activity of

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A)   glutamate.
B)   GABA.
C)   acetylcholine.
D)   adenosine.

Question 11

Among the symptoms of a TSE in humans is (are)

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A)   convulsions.
B)   paranoia.
C)   inflammation of the meninges.
D)   a stiff neck and aversion to lights.

Question 12

An aneurysm can be the cause of

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A)   an open head injury.
B)   thrombosis.
C)   a concussion.
D)   a cerebral hemorrhage.

Question 13

Epilepsy is diagnosed in patients with

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A)   a history of at least one seizure.
B)   a history of at least one seizure that was unrelated to having a fever as a child.
C)   repeated, unprovoked seizures.
D)   seizures resulting from an inoperable tumor.

Question 14

Reactive neuroplasticity involves structural changes in the brain due to learning.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

An injury that produces a concussion

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A)   is a mild injury that does not require medical attention.
B)   is a type of open head injury.
C)   can produce symptoms that range from mild to a coma.
D)   does not produce unconsciousness.

Question 16

Multiple sclerosis is more common in northern latitudes and

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A)   affects more women than men.
B)   affects more men than women, as it is a sex-linked condition.
C)   affects equal numbers of men and women.
D)   typically does not develop until after the age of 55 years.

Question 17

Auras typically occur before

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A)   all partial seizures but not before a generalized seizure.
B)   some partial seizures but not before a generalized seizure.
C)   all general seizures but not before partial seizures.
D)   some general seizures but not before partial seizures.

Question 18

Infection from HIV results in the virus

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A)   invading neurons, killing them.
B)   invading a variety of cells in the nervous system, which release chemicals that trigger apoptosis.
C)   interfering with the NMDA glutamate receptor, which then no longer allows calcium to enter neurons.
D)   having no direct effect on the cells of the nervous system but allows opportunistic viruses to thrive.

Question 19

A meningioma is a cancer that

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A)   cannot be removed surgically due to the location.
B)   is typically malignant.
C)   is typically benign.
D)   produces a serious risk of metastasis.

Question 20

Most medications that are effective in treating epilepsy are

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A)   dopamine agonists.
B)   cholinergic antagonists.
C)   GABA antagonists.
D)   GABA agonists.

Exam 15: Neuropsychology

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Alzheimer's disease involves several changes in the brain. Which of the following is NOT one of the affected structures?

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The most common symptoms of neurocysticercosis is

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In addition to flulike symptoms, meningitis may cause

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Prion diseases are responsible for TSEs. Explain the states of prions and our understanding about their involvement in TSEs. Discuss how a TSE can be transmitted to humans.

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Reactive neuroplasticity involves structural changes in the brain due to learning.

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