Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Results from Rapid Acceleration and Deceleration

question 38

True/False

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from rapid acceleration and deceleration of the brain, including tearing of nerve fibers, bruising of the brain tissue against the skull, brain stem injuries, and swelling.

Recognize the impact of psychoactive substances on the nervous system.

Describe the functions of specific areas of the brain.

Explain the role of the autonomic nervous system.

Distinguish between different parts of the nervous system.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The value of the best alternative foregone when a decision is made to choose one option over others.

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A leguminous plant from East Asia, extensively cultivated for its consumable beans that serve in a multitude of edible goods and as a source for oil.

Alfalfa

A perennial flowering plant widely cultivated as fodder for livestock due to its high nutrient content.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when making a decision or choice.