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What is the main function of the divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System?
What is the main function of the divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System?
- Stimulate skeletal muscle contractions
- Maintain homeostasis (correct)
- Control voluntary muscle movements
- Regulate conscious movements
Which division of the Autonomic Nervous System is associated with the 'fight or flight' response?
Which division of the Autonomic Nervous System is associated with the 'fight or flight' response?
- Somatic division
- Parasympathetic division
- Sympathetic division (correct)
- Enteric division
Where does the sympathetic chain ganglia receive signals from?
Where does the sympathetic chain ganglia receive signals from?
- Coccygeal nerves
- Thoracic and superior lumbar nerves (correct)
- Sacral nerves
- Cranial nerves
What type of fiber extends from the sympathetic ganglion to the target effector?
What type of fiber extends from the sympathetic ganglion to the target effector?
Where do preganglionic fibers in the parasympathetic division lead to?
Where do preganglionic fibers in the parasympathetic division lead to?
What receives direct connection from preganglionic fibers in the sympathetic division to release molecules?
What receives direct connection from preganglionic fibers in the sympathetic division to release molecules?
What is the second signaling molecule in the adrenergic synapse?
What is the second signaling molecule in the adrenergic synapse?
Which type of receptor does norepinephrine bind to in the adrenergic synapse?
Which type of receptor does norepinephrine bind to in the adrenergic synapse?
In the autonomic system, what is the specific function of baroreceptors?
In the autonomic system, what is the specific function of baroreceptors?
What is the specific feature of the efferent branch in autonomic reflexes and homeostasis?
What is the specific feature of the efferent branch in autonomic reflexes and homeostasis?
Which type of synapse is completely peripheral and elicits a local response?
Which type of synapse is completely peripheral and elicits a local response?
What conscious perception of autonomic sensation involves referred pain?
What conscious perception of autonomic sensation involves referred pain?
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating autonomic and endocrine function?
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating autonomic and endocrine function?
What effect does nicotine have on the autonomic nervous system?
What effect does nicotine have on the autonomic nervous system?
Which drugs enhance adrenergic function by binding to receptors and increasing norepinephrine production and release?
Which drugs enhance adrenergic function by binding to receptors and increasing norepinephrine production and release?
Which pathway is responsible for communication in the hypothalamus?
Which pathway is responsible for communication in the hypothalamus?
What is the role of the medulla in the autonomic nervous system?
What is the role of the medulla in the autonomic nervous system?
What is the main effect of sympatholytic drugs?
What is the main effect of sympatholytic drugs?
Flashcards
Autonomic Nervous System Main Function?
Autonomic Nervous System Main Function?
Maintain internal stability
Sympathetic Division Function?
Sympathetic Division Function?
'Fight or flight' responses
Sympathetic Chain Ganglia Signal Source?
Sympathetic Chain Ganglia Signal Source?
Thoracic and superior lumbar nerves
Sympathetic Ganglion Fiber Type?
Sympathetic Ganglion Fiber Type?
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Parasympathetic Preganglionic Fiber Destination?
Parasympathetic Preganglionic Fiber Destination?
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Direct Connection Recipient?
Direct Connection Recipient?
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Adrenergic Synapse 2nd Molecule?
Adrenergic Synapse 2nd Molecule?
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Norepinephrine Receptor Type?
Norepinephrine Receptor Type?
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Baroreceptor Function?
Baroreceptor Function?
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Efferent Branch Feature in Autonomic Reflexes?
Efferent Branch Feature in Autonomic Reflexes?
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Peripheral, Local Response Synapse?
Peripheral, Local Response Synapse?
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Referred Pain?
Referred Pain?
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Brain Region for Autonomic/Endocrine Regulation?
Brain Region for Autonomic/Endocrine Regulation?
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Nicotine's Effect on Autonomic System?
Nicotine's Effect on Autonomic System?
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Drugs Enhancing Adrenergic Function?
Drugs Enhancing Adrenergic Function?
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Communication Pathway in Hypothalamus?
Communication Pathway in Hypothalamus?
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Medulla's Role in Autonomic System?
Medulla's Role in Autonomic System?
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Main Effect of Sympatholytic Drugs?
Main Effect of Sympatholytic Drugs?
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