Question 1

Planning and carrying out goal-directed initiatives are activities governed by the __________ lobes.

Accepted Answer

The frontal lobes of the brain are responsible for planning, decision-making, and carrying out goal-directed initiatives. They play a crucial role in executive functioning and are involved in a range of cognitive processes such as attention, working memory, and problem-solving. While the other lobes also contribute to these processes, the frontal lobes are primarily responsible for the higher-level functions necessary for planning and carrying out goal-directed behavior.

Question 2

A brain trauma in which the brain has been shifted from its normal position and is pressed against the skull,often resulting in bruised tissue,coma,or delirium,is referred to as a

Accepted Answer

A contusion is a brain injury that occurs when the brain is shifted from its normal position and pressed against the skull. This can result in bruising of the brain tissue and can cause symptoms such as coma or delirium. A concussion, on the other hand, is a type of traumatic brain injury that is caused by a blow to the head or body that causes the brain to move rapidly back and forth inside the skull. A stroke involves a disruption of blood flow to the brain, while a laceration is a type of wound that involves tearing of the brain tissue.

Question 3

Paul Broca

Accepted Answer

Paul Broca determined via autopsy the area of the brain used for motor speech, which is now known as Broca's area. He is not known for being a critic of current neuropsychological test batteries, nor did he champion phrenology.

Question 4

The primary roles of a neuropsychologist include ALL BUT WHICH of the following?

Accepted Answer

The primary roles of a neuropsychologist include testing to determine whether symptoms are emotionally or neurologically based, predicting prognosis for recovery from a brain injury, and designing interventions and rehabilitation programs for individual patients. Estimating the incidence and prevalence of various neurological disorders is not typically a primary role of a neuropsychologist.

Question 5

ALL BUT WHICH of the following is an accurate statement about head injury?

Accepted Answer

Head injuries are not only classified as concussions or perforations. Other types of head injuries include contusions, hematomas, and skull fractures. Therefore, statement C is not accurate. Statements A and B are accurate.

Question 6

Which of the following is true regarding brain structure and function?

Accepted Answer

Both A and B are true. Research has shown that the left hemisphere of the brain is typically more active during language tasks, while the right hemisphere is more active during visual-spatial tasks. However, it is important to note that both hemispheres are involved in many different functions and work together to process information.

Question 7

Neuropsychology is best defined as the study of

Accepted Answer

Neuropsychology is the study of the relationship between brain function and behavior. It involves understanding how the brain affects behavior and cognition, as well as how these processes are affected by injury or disease. While brain malfunction due to lesion or disease may be a focus of neuropsychology, it is not the sole focus, and the relationship between brain function and intelligence is only one aspect of the field.

Question 8

ALL BUT WHICH of the following contributed to the growth of the field of neuropsychology after World War II?

Accepted Answer

Neuroimaging technologies were not significantly developed until later; the growth of neuropsychology post-WWII was more influenced by head injuries in soldiers and the expansion of clinical psychology.

Question 9

ALL BUT WHICH of the following is an accurate statement about strokes?

Accepted Answer

Strokes result from one of two primary types of events: ischemic, due to lack of blood flow, or hemorrhagic, due to bleeding. They do not result from three basic types of intracranial events.

Question 10

Following a bicycle accident where her (helmetless)head hit the asphalt,Ally is experiencing impaired tactile perception.She most likely has damage to the __________ lobes.

Accepted Answer

The parietal lobes are responsible for processing tactile and sensory information, including touch, temperature, and pressure. Impaired tactile perception is a common symptom of parietal lobe damage.

Question 11

Dr.Jasper believes that a behavioral deficit depends on both which functional system (e.g.,perception,planning)of the brain has been affected,as well as the localization of damage within that system.We would say that Dr.Jasper adheres to

Accepted Answer

The functional model suggests that behavioral deficits depend on both the functional system affected and the localization of damage within that system, aligning with Dr. Jasper's belief.

Question 12

__________ is the theory that the bumps and indentations of the skull indicate individual differences in intelligence and personality.

Accepted Answer

Phrenology is the theory that the bumps and indentations of the skull indicate individual differences in intelligence and personality. This theory was popular in the 19th century but is now considered a pseudoscience.

Question 13

The frontal lobes of the brain were the __________ to develop,evolutionarily,and are the __________ to develop as humans grow from infancy to adulthood.

Accepted Answer

The frontal lobes of the brain are the last to develop both in terms of human evolution and individual growth from infancy to adulthood.

Question 14

The blockage or rupture of cerebral blood vessels is known as a(n)

Accepted Answer

The blockage or rupture of cerebral blood vessels is a known cause of a stroke, which can lead to brain damage and other serious health issues. Laceration and contusion refer to physical injuries to the brain, while contrecoup refers to a specific type of contusion caused by the brain bouncing against the skull. Neither of these terms accurately describes a blockage or rupture of cerebral blood vessels.

Question 15

Equipotentiality is best understood as

Accepted Answer

Equipotentiality is the idea that different parts of the brain can take over the function of a damaged or missing part. This suggests that the brain functions as a whole rather than as isolated units.

Question 16

ALL BUT WHICH of the following is true regarding the hemispheric organization of the brain?

Accepted Answer

Language is predominantly localized in the left hemisphere for the majority of people, including both right-handers and most left-handers, making choice B incorrect.

Question 17

The idea of localization of brain function

Accepted Answer

Localization of brain function suggests specific areas of the brain are responsible for specific functions. However, it struggles to explain why lesions in different areas can lead to similar deficits, indicating that brain functions are not always strictly localized.

Question 18

In recent months,Percy has been experiencing difficulty with his coordination and balance that is growing progressively worse.Which area of the brain,below,would you guess is involved in his problems?

Accepted Answer

The cerebellum is responsible for movement coordination and balance. Therefore, based on Percy's symptoms, it is likely that there is an issue with his cerebellum.

Question 19

Scott is injured in a car accident and experiences a lesion to the left temporal lobe.It is most likely that this lesion will cause impairment in Scott's

Accepted Answer

The left temporal lobe is responsible for language production and comprehension. Damage to this area can lead to language-related difficulties such as aphasia, which can affect the ability to speak, read, and write.

Question 20

The __________ lobes are primarily responsible for visual processing.

Accepted Answer

The occipital lobes are located in the back of the brain and are responsible for visual processing, including interpreting and perceiving visual information from the eyes. The other lobes have different primary functions, such as the frontal lobe for decision-making and motor function, the parietal lobe for sensory function and spatial awareness, and the temporal lobe for auditory processing and memory.

Quiz 18: Neuropsychology