Comas are most likely to be reversible when the coma is due to
a. massive external head trauma.
b. an abnormally low body temperature.
c. heart failure.
d. HIV/AIDS.
b
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A. Antisocial B. Borderline C. Histrionic D. Narcissistic
Many people dislike the taste of leafy greens such as kale or mustard greens. This makes sense, because these vegetables activate ______ taste receptors, which are also activated in response to plants that are toxic.
A. umami B. bitter C. sour D. salty
A newspaper reporter was asked to write a story on new and exciting findings in behavioral neuroscience. The editor suggested neurogenesis. Because the reporter is not familiar with the term he asked you. How will you describe this phenomenon?
a) The brain creates its own new neurotransmitters, which accounts for our individuality. b) Contrary to past beliefs, new neurons can be created in the brain long after we are born. c) Scientists have found that some of our memories are capable of being encoded in our genes. d) Toxins in our environment are creating a new type of brain cell that is causing serious problems.
Which method of ingesting a substance produces the fastest effect on the brain?
a.) Chewing b.) Injecting c.) Swallowing d.) Inhaling