Neuroscience and Mental Health

Which one of the following spinal cord laminae process noxious sensory information?

Which one of the following spinal cord laminae process noxious sensory information?

Which one of the following spinal cord laminae process noxious sensory information?
 
  A. Marginal layer
   B. Substantia gelatinosa
   C. Nucleus proprius
   D. Both A and B

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tru.alx

What led to the belief that anterior thalamus plays an important role in emotion? Choose the correct ...

What led to the belief that anterior thalamus plays an important role in emotion? Choose the correct ...

What led to the belief that anterior thalamus plays an important role in emotion? Choose the correct option.
 
  A) The observation that lesions in the anterior thalamus led to spontaneous laughing and crying
  B) The o

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jkost7

What two brain structures appear to be important for several different emotions? ___________ and ...

What two brain structures appear to be important for several different emotions? ___________ and ...

What two brain structures appear to be important for several different emotions? ___________ and ___________.
 
  Fill in the blank with correct word

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ktlyn_16

Efficient performance in the standard radial arm maze (never going down the same arm twice) appears ...

Efficient performance in the standard radial arm maze (never going down the same arm twice) appears ...

Efficient performance in the standard radial arm maze (never going down the same arm twice) appears to depend on which type of memory? Choose the correct option.
 
  A) Recognition memory C) Procedural memory
  B) Worki

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jester1997!

LTP and LTD in CA1 of the hippocampus may reflect the bidirectional regulation of which two ...

LTP and LTD in CA1 of the hippocampus may reflect the bidirectional regulation of which two ...

LTP and LTD in CA1 of the hippocampus may reflect the bidirectional regulation of which two processes? Choose the correct option.
 
  A) Phosphorylation and the number of GABA receptors
  B) Phosphorylation and the numb

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amelicox35

The BCM theory proposed by Bienenstock, Cooper, and Munro suggested which of the following about the ...

The BCM theory proposed by Bienenstock, Cooper, and Munro suggested which of the following about the ...

The BCM theory proposed by Bienenstock, Cooper, and Munro suggested which of the following about the bidirectional nature of LTP and LTD? Choose the correct option.
 
  A) LTP occurs when synaptic stimulation coincides with stron

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Elayyyna

The term phasic stretch reflex is synonymous with which of the following?

The term phasic stretch reflex is synonymous with which of the following?

The term phasic stretch reflex is synonymous with which of the following?
 
  A. Myotatic reflex
   B. Muscle stretch reflex
   C. Deep tendon reflex
   D. Both A and B
   E. A, B, and C

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Tanzious02

__________is an example of impulsive aggression resulting from a perceived threat.

__________is an example of impulsive aggression resulting from a perceived threat.

__________is an example of impulsive aggression resulting from a perceived threat.

▸ Stalking

▸ Bullying

▸ Premeditated murder

▸ Ambushing

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p071304

The gastrula forms three layers of cells known as germ layers.

The gastrula forms three layers of cells known as germ layers.

The gastrula forms three layers of cells known as germ layers.

▸ true

▸ false

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ordinarykathy

In the ______, participants are tested on whether they realize that another person can hold beliefs ...

In the ______, participants are tested on whether they realize that another person can hold beliefs ...

In the ______, participants are tested on whether they realize that another person can hold beliefs that differ from their own.

▸ theory of mind task

▸ false-belief task

▸ social manners task

▸ social queuing task

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dorkiexcici

The follow-through of a golfer's tee off shot bringing the arms across the midline of the body is ...

The follow-through of a golfer's tee off shot bringing the arms across the midline of the body is ...

The follow-through of a golfer's tee off shot bringing the arms across the midline of the body is an example of ______.

▸ flexion

▸ extension

▸ abduction

▸ adduction

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hfrankos

A psychological disorder can be defined as psychological dysfunctions within an individual ...

A psychological disorder can be defined as psychological dysfunctions within an individual ...

[html]A psychological disorder can be defined as psychological dysfunctions within an individual associated with distress or impairment in functioning and a response that is ______.

▸ exaggerated and aggressive

▸ atypical or not culturally expected

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toastercat

Researchers gave participants varying dosage a new supplement, which they claim improves alertness ...

Researchers gave participants varying dosage a new supplement, which they claim improves alertness ...

Researchers gave participants varying dosage a new supplement, which they  claim improves alertness and focus. The supplement is likely to increase the release of ______.

▸ insulin

▸ adenosine

▸ norepinephrine

▸ glutamate

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coconut122

The Wada test is used to test for the hemisphere in which the ______ area is located within individuals.

The Wada test is used to test for the hemisphere in which the ______ area is located within individuals.

The Wada test is used to test for the hemisphere in which the ______ area is located within individuals.

▸ color

▸ sound

▸ speech

▸ handedness

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bamboofactor

Two commonly abused drugs that are additive are ______ and ______.

Two commonly abused drugs that are additive are ______ and ______.

Two commonly abused drugs that are additive are ______ and ______.

▸ nicotine; alcohol

▸ coffee; opium

▸ Lunesta; Sonata

▸ melatonin; Ativan

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aedukuye

Summarize the 7 key points of neurotransmitters.

Summarize the 7 key points of neurotransmitters.

Summarize the 7 key points of neurotransmitters.

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janel989

______ are interneurons with a disposition of their dendrites giving them a star-shaped appearance.

______ are interneurons with a disposition of their dendrites giving them a star-shaped appearance.

______ are interneurons with a disposition of their dendrites giving them a star-shaped appearance.

▸ Unipolar neurons

▸ Pyramidal neurons

▸ Multipolar neurons

▸ Stellate cells

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dreamkhei

The adult brain's 80 billion neurons will form an astonishing average of ______ synapses.

The adult brain's 80 billion neurons will form an astonishing average of ______ synapses.

The adult brain's 80 billion neurons will form an astonishing average of ______ synapses.

▸ 5000

▸ 1 million

▸ 10000

▸ 7000

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chanelstar27

An example of a muscle movement that is initiated by the brainstem and maintained by the spinal cord ...

An example of a muscle movement that is initiated by the brainstem and maintained by the spinal cord ...

An example of a muscle movement that is initiated by the brainstem and maintained by the spinal cord is ______.

▸ digestion

▸ hiccups

▸ walking

▸ sleeping

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janel989

Assessing a patient's ________may involve testing his ability to stay balanced while keeping his ...

Assessing a patient's ________may involve testing his ability to stay balanced while keeping his ...

[html]Assessing a patient's ________may involve testing his ability to stay balanced while keeping his eyes focused on a flag straight ahead while walking.

▸ tectospinal tract

▸ vestibulospinal tract

▸ rubrospinal tract

▸ reticulospinal tract[/ht

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Dratini

Neuron conductivity is ______ when many ion channels are ______.

Neuron conductivity is ______ when many ion channels are ______.

Neuron conductivity is ______ when many ion channels are ______.

▸ high; closed

▸ low; open

▸ high; open

▸ low; high

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Codybarnes

When assessing a patient's social skills, which remark would serve the nurse best?

When assessing a patient's social skills, which remark would serve the nurse best?

When assessing a patient's social skills, which remark would serve the nurse best?
 
  a. It sounds as if you need to develop some assertiveness skills.
  b. Describe an example of a time when you felt uncomfortable in

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wja731

A patient has taken perphenazine (Prolixin) for a year. The nurse observes lip smacking and grinding ...

A patient has taken perphenazine (Prolixin) for a year. The nurse observes lip smacking and grinding ...

A patient has taken perphenazine (Prolixin) for a year. The nurse observes lip smacking and grinding teeth. Which tool should the nurse use to complete the assessment?
 
  a. AIMS
  b. EPSE
  c. SAD PERSONS

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Scotlanddhdnzh

Priority assessments for a patient beginning amitriptyline (Elavil) include

Priority assessments for a patient beginning amitriptyline (Elavil) include

Priority assessments for a patient beginning amitriptyline (Elavil) include
 
  a. nausea, diarrhea, and irritability.
  b. seizures, agranulocytosis, and insomnia.
  c. headache, sexual dysfunction, and weigh

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RNstudent312

Select the most realistic short-term goal for the care of a patient with mild AD who takes donepezil ...

Select the most realistic short-term goal for the care of a patient with mild AD who takes donepezil ...

Select the most realistic short-term goal for the care of a patient with mild AD who takes donepezil (Aricept). The patient will
 
  a. maintain present cognitive ability.
  b. show improved cognitive ability.
&nbs

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tsugg1

Which should the nurse recognize as an example of the defense mechanism of repression?

Which should the nurse recognize as an example of the defense mechanism of repression?

Which should the nurse recognize as an example of the defense mechanism of repression?
 
  A. A student aware of the need to study for tomorrow's test goes to a movie instead.
  B. A woman whose son was killed in Iraq d

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kdd

A 12-year-old girl becomes hysterical every time she strikes out in softball, falls down when ...

A 12-year-old girl becomes hysterical every time she strikes out in softball, falls down when ...

A 12-year-old girl becomes hysterical every time she strikes out in softball, falls down when roller-skating, or loses when playing games.
 
  According to Peplau's interpersonal theory, in which stage of development should the n

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margarejomedic

According to Peplau, a nurse who provides an abandoned child with parental guidance and praise ...

According to Peplau, a nurse who provides an abandoned child with parental guidance and praise ...

According to Peplau, a nurse who provides an abandoned child with parental guidance and praise following small accomplishments is serving which therapeutic role?
 
  A. The role of technical expert
  B. The role of reso

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BhavanPahuja

A high school student has learned that she cannot graduate. Her boyfriend will be attending a ...

A high school student has learned that she cannot graduate. Her boyfriend will be attending a ...

A high school student has learned that she cannot graduate. Her boyfriend will be attending a college out of state that she planned to also attend. She is admitted to a psychiatric unit after overdosing on Tylenol.
 
  Which is t

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EYOUNG115

A nursing student is aware that all psychiatric clients are vulnerable to being stigmatized and ...

A nursing student is aware that all psychiatric clients are vulnerable to being stigmatized and ...

A nursing student is aware that all psychiatric clients are vulnerable to being stigmatized and stereotyped, a phenomenon that is particularly common when members of the public judge what?
 
  A) Clients who have been diagnosed w

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kevinalex19

The nurse must be aware that individuals from diverse ethnic groups might describe troubling ...

The nurse must be aware that individuals from diverse ethnic groups might describe troubling ...

The nurse must be aware that individuals from diverse ethnic groups might describe troubling experiences in terms of physical problems or specific culture-bound syndromes. The syndrome of ghost sickness is exhibited by which of the following cultures

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beth

Which of the following would be considered a role of the forensic nurse?

Which of the following would be considered a role of the forensic nurse?

Which of the following would be considered a role of the forensic nurse?
 
  A) Investigating criminal activity of the community
  B) Providing financial assistance to the victim
  C) Serving as an expert witn

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Mac_17

Despite his family members' concerns, a patient has been discharged home after a recent suicide ...

Despite his family members' concerns, a patient has been discharged home after a recent suicide ...

Despite his family members' concerns, a patient has been discharged home after a recent suicide attempt and a diagnosis of major depression.
 
  Which of the following phenomena has been identified as contributing to reduced leng

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beth

Which of the following clinical situations provides an example of transference?

Which of the following clinical situations provides an example of transference?

Which of the following clinical situations provides an example of transference?
 
  A) A nurse implements the same interventions with multiple clients despite their personal differences.
  B) A nurse asks for clarificat

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Scotlanddhdnzh

Which of the following family dynamics is suggestive of dysfunction?

Which of the following family dynamics is suggestive of dysfunction?

Which of the following family dynamics is suggestive of dysfunction?
 
  A) A father assists his teenage daughter in preparing a resume for a part-time job since she has little experience in such matters.
  B) A mother

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bburns

A 51-year-old male has been admitted to the detoxification unit with acute symptoms of alcohol ...

A 51-year-old male has been admitted to the detoxification unit with acute symptoms of alcohol ...

A 51-year-old male has been admitted to the detoxification unit with acute symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Nursing assessment is likely to reveal what?
 
  A) Tremors, headache, flushed face, and hallucinations
  B) Psy

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DASD

An adolescent male is being examined for Klinefelter's syndrome. The nurse would expect which ...

An adolescent male is being examined for Klinefelter's syndrome. The nurse would expect which ...

An adolescent male is being examined for Klinefelter's syndrome. The nurse would expect which laboratory test result for this client?
 
  A) High sperm count
  B) Deficiency of 5 x-reductase
  C) High estrogen

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AngieWonders

A client complains that despite good medical care, his wife frequently talks about a variety of ...

A client complains that despite good medical care, his wife frequently talks about a variety of ...

A client complains that despite good medical care, his wife frequently talks about a variety of physical complaints and bodily sensations, including insomnia, anorexia, and pain. The nurse's best response to his concerns is what?
 
&n

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Thegameishere

Two hospitalized patients fight whenever they are together. During a team meeting, a nurse asserts ...

Two hospitalized patients fight whenever they are together. During a team meeting, a nurse asserts ...

Two hospitalized patients fight whenever they are together. During a team meeting, a nurse asserts that safety is of paramount importance, so treatment plans should call for both patients to be secluded to keep them from injuring each other.
&nb

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hadbeen19

A newly admitted patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, The voices are bothering me. They yell ...

A newly admitted patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, The voices are bothering me. They yell ...

A newly admitted patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, The voices are bothering me. They yell and tell me I am bad. I have got to get away from them. Select the nurse's most helpful reply.
 
  a. Do you hear the voices often

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Thegameishere