Match the Following Vocabulary Terms with Their Meanings

question 11

Multiple Choice

Match the following vocabulary terms with their meanings.

-Collection of spinal nerves below the end of the spinal cord

• A)acetylcholine
• B)afferent nerve
• C)arachnoid membrane
• D)astrocyte
• E)autonomic nervous system
• F)axon
• G)blood-brain barrier
• H)brainstem
• I)cauda equina
• J)cell body

Understand the impact of societal attitudes towards aging, including ageism and elderspeak.

Explain the concept of primary and secondary aging.

Be aware of the living arrangements and independence levels of the elderly.

Understand the basic concepts of aging and longevity, including cellular aspects.

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Definitions:

Immunoglobulins

Proteins produced by the immune system that function as antibodies to help fight off infections.

IgG

A class of immunoglobulins that is the most abundant type of antibody found in blood and extracellular fluid, playing a crucial role in the immune response.

Antihistamine

A type of medication that counteracts the effects of histamine, improving allergy symptoms.