Anatomy: Spinal Nerves and Sympathetic Innervation

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Where is the location of the preganglionic cell body for the Parasympathetic division?

  • Lateral gray regions in S2-S4 of the spinal cord (correct)
  • Lateral gray horns of T1-L2 regions of the spinal cord
  • Sympathetic trunk ganglion
  • Brainstem

Which division prepares the body to cope with emergency situations and intensive muscle activity?

  • None of the divisions
  • Parasympathetic division
  • Sympathetic division (correct)
  • Both divisions equally

How many ganglionic cell bodies does one axon innervate in the Sympathetic division?

  • Exactly 4
  • Around 10
  • More than 20 (correct)
  • Less than 4

Where are the prevertebral ganglia located?

<p>Anterior to vertebral column and descending aorta (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the spinal cord houses the lateral gray horns of the Preganglionic cell body for the Sympathetic division?

<p>T1-L2 regions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Parasympathetic division in regulating body activities?

<p>Conservation of energy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the length of the postganglionic axon in the Parasympathetic division?

<p>Short (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where would you find intramural ganglia in relation to their target organ?

<p>Within the target organ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which rami communicantes attach to all spinal nerves?

<p>Gray rami (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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