The Directional Term That Means "Away from the Midline of the Body

question 28

Multiple Choice

The directional term that means "away from the midline of the body" is

• A)inferior.
• B)superior.
• C)medial.
• D)lateral.
• E)caudal.

Understand the pharmacological management of neurological disorders, including the use of specific drug classes.

Know the anatomical and functional aspects of cranial nerves and their role in the body.

Distinguish between congenital and acquired neurological conditions.

Understand the etiology and implications of increased cerebrospinal fluid in the brain.

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Substage

A phase in Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development, where infants learn through sensory experiences and manipulating objects.

Secondary Circular Reactions

Repetitive actions in young infants that serve to reinforce the infant's own actions on the environment, part of Piaget's sensorimotor stage of cognitive development.

Age Range

The span of years that separates the youngest from the oldest members of a population or group.

Outwardly Directed

Referring to actions or behaviors focused on external environments or people rather than oneself.