Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Paraplegia is an abnormal sensation such as burning or tingling.
2. A CVA is a stroke.
3. A concussion is inflammation of the brain.
4.
Epilepsy is a disturbance in the electrical activity of the brain.
5. A cerebral aneurysm is a dilated and enlarged vein in the brain.


1. FALSE
Paresthesia is an abnormal sensation such as burning or tingling. Paraplegia is
paralysis of two limbs.
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain.
4. TRUE
5. FALSE
A cerebral aneurysm is a dilated and enlarged artery, not vein, in the brain.

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