Nervous system: part 1

Alistair Farley, Carolyn Johnstone (Lead / Corresponding author), Charles Hendry, Ella McLafferty

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    Abstract

    This article, which forms part of the life sciences series and is the first of three articles on the nervous system, explores the major divisions of the nervous system and their functions. The basic structure of a nerve cell is described, and generation and conduction of nerve impulses is discussed. Blood supply to the brain is also covered. The second article will examine the central nervous system (CNS) in greater detail, including protection of the CNS, and the structure and function of the cerebral cortex and cerebellum. The third article will examine the peripheral nervous system and the autonomic nervous system, and provides an overview of some of the disorders of the nervous system.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)46-51
    Number of pages6
    JournalNursing Standard
    Volume28
    Issue number31
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2 Apr 2014

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