A Cell in the Human Nervous System Whose Primary Function

question 8

Multiple Choice

A cell in the human nervous system whose primary function is to help form myelin and the blood-brain barrier,respond to injury,remove debris,and enhance learning and memory is called a(n) _____ cell.

• A)epidermal
• B)adipose
• C)glial
• D)polypeptide-Y

Understand the basics of microbiology including the definition, classification, and characteristics of microorganisms.

Identify and describe the types and means of transmission of communicable diseases.

Explain the concepts and procedures of sterilization and disinfection, including instruments and methods used.

Describe the principles of medical asepsis, including personal protective equipment (PPE) and universal precautions.

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Definitions:

Egoistic Helping

Acts of providing assistance to others motivated by a desire to benefit oneself, such as feeling good or avoiding guilt.

Altruistic Helping

Voluntarily assisting others without expecting anything in return, driven by the desire to benefit someone else.

Zero-Sum Helping

A concept where one party's gain in a helping situation is perceived to directly correspond to another party's loss, suggesting a competitive or balanced exchange rather than mutual benefit.

Non-Zero-Sum Helping

A situation in social interactions where an act of help or cooperation benefits both the helper and the recipient, contrasting with scenarios where one's gain is another's loss.