Question description
A 35-year-old male is admitted to a hospital following a minor car accident. He was driving home and fell asleep at the wheel. This is the third accident he has had in the past year. He also falls asleep regularly at work, at the dinner table, at church, and, in fact, anywhere. When he becomes excited or enraged, he suddenly becomes weak and falls. At night, he often has bizarre, terrifying dreams. During these dreams, he feels as if he were paralyzed.Based on the scenario given above, answer the following questions:Write a page paper – Describe how a nerve impulse is transmitted from one neuron to the next.Compare the structure and functions of the CNS and PNS.From here down, please answer all questions based on Narcolepsy conditionWhat is the probable diagnosis for this man’s condition? Narcolepsy. Please describe what is NarcolepsyWhat parts of the person’s brain could have been affected?What sleep state do Narcolepsy symptoms resemble?How would an electroencephalogram (EEG) look like during the sleep condition of this patient?What type of treatments (physical or chemical) would you prescribe for the patient?
