Unit 11 Medical Terminology-Endocrine System

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Across
  1. 1. Cross-sectional X-ray image of the brain or spinal cord.
  2. 4. Inflammation of the meninges, often caused by infection.
  3. 5. Damage to peripheral nerves causing pain, weakness, or numbness.
  4. 6. Degenerative disorder affecting movement due to dopamine deficiency.
  5. 8. Nerve cell that transmits electrical signals throughout the body.
  6. 13. Largest part of the brain responsible for thought, memory, and voluntary movement.
  7. 15. Junction between two neurons where signals are transmitted.
  8. 16. Procedure to collect cerebrospinal fluid from the spinal canal.
  9. 17. Test that records electrical activity of the brain.
  10. 19. Surgical procedure that implants electrodes to regulate brain activity.
  11. 21. Interruption of blood flow to the brain, causing tissue damage.
  12. 22. Brain region that coordinates balance, posture, and movement.
  13. 23. Insulating layer around nerves that speeds up signal transmission.
Down
  1. 2. Brain and spinal cord; processes information and issues commands.
  2. 3. Neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures.Cerebellum Brain region that coordinates balance, posture, and movement.
  3. 7. Nerves outside the CNS that connect it to limbs and organs.
  4. 9. Surgical treatment of nervous system disorders.
  5. 10. Autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the myelin sheath.
  6. 11. Progressive neurological disorder causing memory loss and cognitive decline.
  7. 12. Protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
  8. 14. Connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls vital functions like breathing and heart rate.
  9. 18. Imaging technique using magnetic fields to visualize soft tissues.
  10. 20. Sudden weakness or paralysis of facial muscles due to cranial nerve inflammation.