Chapter 13: Central Nervous System

Chapter 13: Central Nervous System

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

TRUE/FALSE

1. The central nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and autonomic nerves.

ANS:   F                      DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page 413

TOP:    Central Nervous System Introduction

2. The central nervous system includes all of the nervous system except the peripheral nervous system.

ANS:   T                      DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page 413

TOP:    Central Nervous System Introduction

3. The meninges are protective coverings, continuous around the brain and spinal cord.

ANS:   T                      DIF:    Application     REF:    Page 413

TOP:    Coverings of the Brain and Spinal Cord

4. Meningitis refers to inflammation of the brain.

ANS:   F                      DIF:    Memorization

REF:    Page 415 (Box 13-1)                          TOP:    Meningitis

5. Cerebrospinal fluid circulates in the subarachnoid space of the meninges.

ANS:   T                      DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page 416

TOP:    Formation and Circulation of Cerebrospinal Fluid