A Condition in Which a Complete or Partial Absence of the Cranial

question 16

Multiple Choice

A condition in which a complete or partial absence of the cranial bones is demonstrated is which one of the following?

• A) Cebocephaly
• B) Acrania
• C) Holoprosencephaly
• D) Hydranencephaly

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Definitions:

Ipsilateral

Located on or affecting the same side of the body, typically in reference to neurological processes or conditions.

Sympathetic Nervous System

A part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and energy mobilization.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed as beats per minute (bpm), indicating the heart's efficiency in pumping blood throughout the body.