Regarding Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS),which of the Following Statements Is

question 141

Multiple Choice

Regarding transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) ,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) TMS uses magnetic pulses to temporarily block activity in specific parts of the brain.
• B) Unlike surgical lesioning, TMS is noninvasive and is reversible.
• C) During treatment for compulsive gambling, TMS stimulation is applied to the brain stem
• Areas to target the reticular formation.
• D) Patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder have shown marked improvement when
• TMS disrupted brain areas involved in compulsive behavior.

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Definitions:

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina that are sensitive to low light levels, responsible for black-and-white vision.

Semicircular Canals

Structures in the inner ear that are part of the vestibular system, helping to maintain balance by sensing head rotation.

Otoliths

Small calcified structures found in the inner ears of vertebrates, important for balance and hearing.

Rod Photoreceptors

Cells in the retina of the eye responsible for vision in low light conditions.