Cortical Implants Make Use of the Fact That Phosphenes, Which

question 89

Multiple Choice

Cortical implants make use of the fact that phosphenes, which are discrete flashes of light that are perceived by both blind and sighted people, are perceived when the ________ is electrically stimulated.

• A) retina
• B) optic nerve
• C) visual cortex
• D) fovea

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Definitions:

Auditory Hallucinations

Experiences where an individual hears sounds or voices that are not present in their external environment.

Neuroleptic Drugs

An alternative term for first-generation antipsychotic drugs, so called because they often produce undesired effects similar to the symptoms of neurological disorders.

First-Generation

Often refers to the first members of a family to achieve a significant milestone, such as attending college, or to technology or products introduced as initial models in their category.

Atypical Antipsychotic Drugs

A relatively new group of antipsychotic drugs whose biological action is different from that of the first-generation antipsychotic drugs. Also known as second-generation antipsychotic drugs.