5 Questions
What is the effect of sympathetic discharge on the pupil?
Dilation (mydriasis)
What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system on salivary secretion?
Decrease salivary secretion
What effect does sympathetic discharge have on arterial blood pressure (ABP)?
Increases ABP
What happens to tear secretion when sympathetic discharge occurs?
Tear secretion decreases
What is the impact of sympathetic discharge on cerebral blood flow?
Vasoconstriction despite increased mental alertness
Test your knowledge of the autonomic nervous system and autonomic ganglia with this quiz. Learn about the functions and types of autonomic ganglia, including terminal ganglia, sympathetic chain, and collateral ganglia.
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