Describe the difference between a graded potential and an action potential and include the function of graded potential compared to an action potential:

Which disease is thought to be an immune attack on regions of white matter in the brain and spinal cord?

Based on the recorded neuron action potential, which of the following terms correctly describes the membrane potential or voltage at “R”?

Match the description with the correct sensory receptor protein:

Your neuro patient has a degenerative disease that causes him to gradually lose the ability to walk, move his arms, talk and eventually he will lose the ability to talk and breath.  Which pathway is targeted in this disease leading to loss of voluntary muscle control?

Based on the recorded neuron action potential, which of the following causes the change in membrane voltage from “Q” to the part labeled “R”?

The ability of sensory neurons to detect and respond to cold, warm, hot, pain, itch and touch is due to which of the following?

Which part of Medicare was created to cover prescription drug coverage? 

Which segment of health care does Medicare spend the most money?

What does it mean for there to be a finite amount of healthcare?