PATHOLOGY MCQ
NERVOUS SYSTEM
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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CNS
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PNS
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The spinal cord is a vital aspect of the CNS found within the vertebral column. The purpose of the spinal cord is to send motor commands from the brain to the peripheral body as well as to relay sensory information from the sensory organs to the brain.
Detailed explanation-2: -The thalamus acts as a major integrating center for sensory information going to the cerebrum and the main output center for motor information leaving the cerebrum.
Detailed explanation-3: -Sensory information is transmitted to the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord. The CNS is responsible for integrating the sensory information and directing any necessary response.
Detailed explanation-4: -Interneurons. As the name suggests, interneurons are the ones in between-they connect spinal motor and sensory neurons.