A Series of Small Strokes Can Progressively Damage the Brain

question 18

Multiple Choice

A series of small strokes can progressively damage the brain and cause enduring cognitive deficits that are indicative of

• A) menopause.
• B) Alzheimer's disease.
• C) a death-deferral phenomenon.
• D) a neurocognitive disorder.

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Definitions:

Myelinated Afferent

Nerve fibers with a myelin sheath that conduct sensory signals to the central nervous system, often related to proprioception and touch.

A Fibers

Myelinated nerve fibers in the nervous system that are responsible for transmitting sharp, acute pain sensations and other information.

Somatosensory System

A sensory system comprising receptors and processing centers responsible for detecting touch, temperature, body position, and pain.

Social Pain

Emotional pain experienced as a result of social rejection, loss, or isolation, which can significantly affect mental health and well-being.