In Cases of Severe Tissue Damage Resulting from Neurosyphilis, Antibiotics

question 13

Multiple Choice

In cases of severe tissue damage resulting from neurosyphilis, antibiotics can ______.

• A) do little to slow the pace of deterioration
• B) slow down the pace of deterioration but cannot stop it
• C) stop the deterioration but cannot restore former levels of functioning
• D) stop the deterioration and eventually restore former levels of functioning

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Definitions:

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary muscular activity, vision, speech, taste, hearing, thought, and memory.

Biologically Determined

Refers to traits, behaviors, or conditions that are influenced by genetic, anatomical, or physiological factors rather than environmental ones.

Instincts

Inborn behavioral patterns that are biologically determined rather than learned, guiding responses to environmental stimuli.

Vasoconstriction

The narrowing of blood vessels, which decreases blood flow and increases blood pressure, often as a response to cold temperatures or stress.