Match the meanings with the correct terms.

-Palliative
A)relieving but not curing
B)major convulsive epileptic seizure
C)peculiar symptoms appearing before more definite symptoms
D)malignant brain tumor of immature glial cells
E)interruption of blood supply to the cerebrum
F)minor form of epileptic seizure
G)blockage
H)neurotransmitter

Question

Match the meanings with the correct terms.

-Palliative
A)relieving but not curing
B)major convulsive epileptic seizure
C)peculiar symptoms appearing before more definite symptoms
D)malignant brain tumor of immature glial cells
E)interruption of blood supply to the cerebrum
F)minor form of epileptic seizure
G)blockage
H)neurotransmitter

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Palliative refers to something that provides relief or comfort but does not cure.

Answer: B
 A major convulsive epileptic seizure is commonly referred to as a grand mal seizure.

Answer: C
 Peculiar symptoms appearing before more definite symptoms are called prodromal symptoms.

Answer: D
 A malignant brain tumor of immature glial cells is called a glioblastoma.

Answer: E
 An interruption of blood supply to the cerebrum is referred to as a stroke.

Answer: F
 A minor form of epileptic seizure is called a petit mal seizure, or absence seizure.

Answer: G
 A blockage refers to the obstruction or closure of a blood vessel or other tubular structure in the body.

Answer: H
 A neurotransmitter is a chemical substance released by nerve cells to transmit signals to other cells.

Match the Meanings with the Correct Terms