Sciatic Type of Pain Resulting from a "Slipped Disk" Indicates

question 29

Multiple Choice

Sciatic type of pain resulting from a "slipped disk" indicates:

• A)spondylolisthesis.
• B)herniated nucleus pulposus.
• C)ankylosing spondylitis.
• D)spina bifida.

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Definitions:

Sensory Control Center

The part of the brain responsible for processing and integrating information from the five senses to direct an appropriate response, often associated with the thalamus.

Medulla

The inner region of an organ or tissue, or more specifically, the lower part of the brainstem which controls vital functions such as heart rate and breathing.

Cerebellum

A major structure of the hindbrain that is responsible for fine motor control, balance, coordination, and motor learning.

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station, directing sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex, except for the sense of smell.