Neurological system
Section learning outcomes
The student will be able to:
-Name and describe the structure, function and location of the components of the nervous system
-Explain the properties of nervous tissue
The learner will be able to:
 Explain the overall role of the Neurological system in relation to the other systems of the body
Define Neurology
 Define and explain the function of the Neurological system to cover:
Explain the properties of nervous tissue
Explain the function of the chemical transmitters to cover:
-Acetylcholine
-Noradrenaline
 Describe how a reflex arc works
Describe briefly the location and function of the 5th, 7th and 11th cranial nerves
 Describe the following Diseases and Disorders:
-Neuritis
-Neuralgia
-Bells Palsy
-Parkinson’s Disease
-Sciatica