Health Science I

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What condition is characterized by weakness in the extremities, double vision, and difficulty speaking?

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Multiple sclerosis.

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What does the frontal lobe of the brain control?

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Voluntary muscle movement.

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What test is commonly used to diagnose epilepsy?

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EEG (Electroencephalogram).

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What is a common diagnostic procedure for meningitis?

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Lumbar puncture.

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What is a dendrite?

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A cell that transmits a message from one cell to another.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the role of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

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It transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

Front

What are the symptoms of meningitis?

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Fever, headache, stiff neck, and sensitivity to light.

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What is the function of the cerebellum?

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It coordinates voluntary movements and maintains posture and balance.

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What is the difference between an EEG and an EKG?

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EEG measures electrical activity in the brain; EKG measures electrical activity of the heart.

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What is the purpose of a CT scan in medical diagnosis?

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To create detailed images of internal organs, bones, and tissues.