Neuroanatomy Lecture II

Question 1 of 18

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Between T1 and L2 the vertebral grey matter contains 'lateral horns'. What is contained within these lateral horns?

Select one of the following:

Parasympathetic Pre-Ganglionic Neurons
Parasympathetic Post-Ganglionic Neurons
Sympathetic Pre-Ganglionic Neurons
Sympathetic Post-Ganglionic Neurons

Explanation

Question 2 of 18

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Match the definitions to the term they describe.
❌ A group of nervous cells residing outwith the central nervous system
❌ A group of nervous cells residing within the central nervous system

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Ganglion

Nucleus

Neuron

Tract

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Question 3 of 18

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There are three major longitudinal arteries that supply the spinal cord: The 2 Arteries and the 1 Artery.

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Question 4 of 18

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Unlike the dura in the cranial cavity, the dura in the spinal canal is not directly in contact with the bone. This space is called the space and is useful for anaesthesia.

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Question 5 of 18

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Within the epidural space run a network of venous plexuses to drain the blood from the spinal cord. These are called venous plexuses.

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Question 6 of 18

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Click on each orange point and select the correct answer.

Label the below diagram

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Question 7 of 18

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The main sensory system responsible for fine touch and proprioception sensations is called the ...

Select one of the following:

Dorsal Column/Medial Lemniscus System
Spinothalmic Tract
Corticospinal Tract
Tectospinal Tract

Explanation

Question 8 of 18

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In terms of the dorsal column/medial lemniscus system, sensory nerve impulses first enter the spinal cord via the root (dorsal or ventral?) before synapsing in the , from which they then travel up into the brain, synapsing again in the before finishing their journey at the Cortex

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Question 9 of 18

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The Tract is responsible for the sensory aspect of the pain sensation

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Question 10 of 18

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The ❌ Tract is the main Motor Pathway allowing fine and precise movements.

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Corticospinal

Tectospinal

Reticulospinal

Vestibulospinal

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Question 11 of 18

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An Upper Motor Neuron lesion is classed as a lesion anywhere between the ❌ and the ❌.

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Cortex

Medulla

Pons

Anterior Horn of vertebral grey matter

Posterior Horn of vertebral grey matter

Spinal Nerve

Anterior Rami

Muscle

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Question 12 of 18

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The Corticospinal Tract is also known as the Tract

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Question 13 of 18

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The decussation of the pyramids refers to the point at which around 85% of the fibres of the corticospinal tract cross from one side to the other. This occurs in the ( Medulla, Pons, Midbrain, Primary Motor Cortex, Anterior Horn of Vertebral Grey Matter ).

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Question 14 of 18

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Name the white matter tract used by the Corticospinal Tract to pass neurons from the Primary Motor Cortex into the Midbrain
The

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Question 15 of 18

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Match each aspect of the extra-pyramidal system to its definition.

❌ Mostly serves the cervical area, mediating head and neck reflex movements in response to visual and auditory stimuli
❌ Forms the central core of the brainstem, has many nuclei and receives input from virtually all parts of the CNS
❌ Maintains head and eye coordination, upright posture and balance.

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Tectospinal Tract

Reticulospinal Tract

Vestibulospinal Tract

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Question 16 of 18

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Which Corticospinal tract crosses over in the medulla at the decussation of the pyramids?

Select one of the following:

The Lateral Corticospinal Tract
The Ventral (Anterior) Corticospinal Tract

Explanation

Question 17 of 18

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In terms of the spinal cord itself, what fibrous structure is the yellow arrow on the diagram pointing to?

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Question 18 of 18

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The Ligaments are extensions of the pia mater over the spinal cord which holds the spinal cord in place, by connecting the pia mater to the arachnoid & dura maters.

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Neuroanatomy Lecture II - Spinal cord anatomy and ascending and descending pathways. Given 28/08/2018

Neuroanatomy Lecture II

Question 1 of 18

Between T1 and L2 the vertebral grey matter contains 'lateral horns'. What is contained within these lateral horns?

Select one of the following:

Explanation

Question 2 of 18

Match the definitions to the term they describe. ❌ A group of nervous cells residing outwith the central nervous system ❌ A group of nervous cells residing within the central nervous system

Drag and drop to complete the text.

Explanation

Question 3 of 18

Fill the blank spaces to complete the text.

There are three major longitudinal arteries that supply the spinal cord: The 2 Arteries and the 1 Artery.

Explanation

Question 4 of 18

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

Unlike the dura in the cranial cavity, the dura in the spinal canal is not directly in contact with the bone. This space is called the space and is useful for anaesthesia.

Explanation

Question 5 of 18

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

Within the epidural space run a network of venous plexuses to drain the blood from the spinal cord. These are called venous plexuses.

Explanation

Question 6 of 18

Click on each orange point and select the correct answer.

Label the below diagram

Explanation

Question 7 of 18

The main sensory system responsible for fine touch and proprioception sensations is called the ...

Select one of the following:

Explanation

Question 8 of 18

Fill the blank spaces to complete the text.

In terms of the dorsal column/medial lemniscus system, sensory nerve impulses first enter the spinal cord via the root (dorsal or ventral?) before synapsing in the , from which they then travel up into the brain, synapsing again in the before finishing their journey at the Cortex

Explanation

Question 9 of 18

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

The Tract is responsible for the sensory aspect of the pain sensation

Explanation

Question 10 of 18

The ❌ Tract is the main Motor Pathway allowing fine and precise movements.

Drag and drop to complete the text.

Explanation

Question 11 of 18

An Upper Motor Neuron lesion is classed as a lesion anywhere between the ❌ and the ❌.

Drag and drop to complete the text.

Explanation

Question 12 of 18

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

The Corticospinal Tract is also known as the Tract

Explanation

Question 13 of 18

Select from the dropdown list to complete the text.

Explanation

Question 14 of 18

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

Name the white matter tract used by the Corticospinal Tract to pass neurons from the Primary Motor Cortex into the Midbrain The

Explanation

Question 15 of 18

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Question 16 of 18

Which Corticospinal tract crosses over in the medulla at the decussation of the pyramids?

Select one of the following:

Explanation

Question 17 of 18

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

In terms of the spinal cord itself, what fibrous structure is the yellow arrow on the diagram pointing to?

Explanation

Question 18 of 18

Fill the blank space to complete the text.

The Ligaments are extensions of the pia mater over the spinal cord which holds the spinal cord in place, by connecting the pia mater to the arachnoid & dura maters.

Explanation

Match the definitions to the term they describe.
❌ A group of nervous cells residing outwith the central nervous system
❌ A group of nervous cells residing within the central nervous system

Name the white matter tract used by the Corticospinal Tract to pass neurons from the Primary Motor Cortex into the Midbrain
The