Title: Identify the structures, functions and diseases of the nervous system.
Course: Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences (14001-I) > Section: Understanding Anatomy and Physiology

Identification should include the

- functions/structures of the nervous system
- four main parts of the neuron and their function
- functions of the neurons
- functions of the main parts of the brain
- functions of the spinal cord
- actions of the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems
- structure of the central nervous system
- structure of the peripheral nervous system
- diseases/disorders of the nervous system.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What allows central nervous system cells to regenerate after being damaged? Why is this important?
- Where in the brain are blood pressure, pulse, and respiration centers located?
- Where are the respiratory and cardiac centers located in the brain? How is this important in health care?
- What is meningitis? What test would be used to diagnose it?
- What are the signs and symptoms of an impending stroke?
- How would one describe common neurologic disorders?
- What are the actions of the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems?