Autonomic Nervous System Overview
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Which division of the autonomic nervous system is likely to be predominantly active in the case of organophosphate poisoning described?

  • Enteric
  • Somatic
  • Parasympathetic
  • Sympathetic (correct)

What is the main brain nuclei involved in autonomic nervous system responses?

  • Cerebellum
  • Thalamus
  • Pons
  • Hypothalamus (correct)

Which vital sign is most likely to be affected by the described organophosphate poisoning?

  • Blood pressure (correct)
  • Respiration rate
  • Pulse
  • Temperature

Which autonomic reflex is likely to be impaired in the case of organophosphate poisoning?

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

Which nervous system is responsible for the fight-or-flight response?

<p>Sympathetic nervous system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the cell bodies of postganglionic neurons of the ANS located?

<p>In ganglia outside the CNS (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main neurotransmitter released by sympathetic postganglionic fibers for vasodilation?

<p>Acetylcholine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ is an exception to receiving innervation from both sympathetic and parasympathetic systems?

<p>Adrenal gland (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system?

<p>Rest-and-digest response (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is inhibited by organophosphate compounds in the case of poisoning described?

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

Which neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for the muscarinic signs observed in organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Acetylcholine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does atropine have in the treatment of organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Blocks muscarinic receptors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the autonomic nervous system is primarily affected in organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Parasympathetic nervous system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of acetylcholinesterase in the body?

<p>Breaks down acetylcholine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of organophosphate poisoning on the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?

<p>Increased activity of the parasympathetic division (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vital sign is most likely affected by the described organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Temperature 99.2°F (37.2°C) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is inhibited by organophosphate compounds in the case of poisoning described?

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

What effect does atropine have in the treatment of organophosphate poisoning?

<p>It blocks muscarinic receptors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is primarily released by sympathetic postganglionic fibers for vasodilation?

<p>Acetylcholine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the cell bodies of sympathetic postganglionic neurons located?

<p>In ganglia along the spinal cord (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ receives innervation from both sympathetic and parasympathetic systems?

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

What is the main function of the parasympathetic nervous system?

<p>Rest-and-digest response (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which autonomic branch is dominant in determining the volume and composition of saliva from salivary glands?

<p>Parasympathetic nervous system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which autonomic nervous system division is primarily responsible for the fight-or-flight response?

<p>Sympathetic nervous system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vital function is characteristic of the rest-and-digest response mediated by the parasympathetic nervous system?

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

Which enzyme is primarily targeted by organophosphate compounds in the case of poisoning described?

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

Which neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for the nicotinic effects observed in organophosphate poisoning?

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

Which autonomic reflex is likely to be impaired in the case of organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Gag reflex (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which division of the autonomic nervous system is primarily affected in organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Parasympathetic nervous system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main effect of atropine in the treatment of organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Blockade of muscarinic receptors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the initial muscarinic signs observed in organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Salivation and lacrimation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What vital sign is most likely to be affected by the described organophosphate poisoning?

<p>Respiratory rate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

  • The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) is a self-regulating part of the nervous system that controls vital functions and physiological processes not under voluntary control.

  • ANS consists of two motor neurons: a preganglionic neuron with its cell body in the CNS and a postganglionic neuron with its cell body in a ganglion outside the CNS.

  • ANS has a chain of ganglia: the parasympathetic system with its ganglia located along the craniosacral nerve, and the sympathetic system with its ganglia located along the spinal cord.

  • The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the fight-or-flight response, characterized by increased heart rate and blood pressure, and inhibited blood flow to the stomach and skeletal muscles.

  • The parasympathetic nervous system, on the other hand, is responsible for the rest-and-digest response, characterized by a decrease in heart rate and increased glandular secretion.

  • Some organs receive dual innervation from both the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, such as the heart, glands, and blood vessels.

  • Sweat glands are mainly innervated by sympathetic nerves, but postganglionic fibers release acetylcholine for epinephrine secretion.

  • The salivary glands receive innervation from both sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves, but the volume and composition of the saliva differ depending on which autonomic branch is dominant.

  • Blood vessels receive mainly sympathetic innervation, with stimulation of sympathetic nerves causing vasoconstriction and postganglionic fibers releasing acetylcholine for vasodilation.

  • The adrenal gland is an exception to the rule, with both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems innervating it, and the adrenal medulla being a major organ of the sympathetic nervous system.

  • The adrenal gland can cause body-wide release of epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine in an extreme emergency.

  • The spinal cord contains acetylcholine (ACh) and norepinephrine (NE) fibers, with sympathetic preganglionic fibers releasing epinephrine from the adrenal medulla.

  • The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) is a self-regulating part of the nervous system that controls vital functions and physiological processes not under voluntary control.

  • ANS consists of two motor neurons: a preganglionic neuron with its cell body in the CNS and a postganglionic neuron with its cell body in a ganglion outside the CNS.

  • ANS has a chain of ganglia: the parasympathetic system with its ganglia located along the craniosacral nerve, and the sympathetic system with its ganglia located along the spinal cord.

  • The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the fight-or-flight response, characterized by increased heart rate and blood pressure, and inhibited blood flow to the stomach and skeletal muscles.

  • The parasympathetic nervous system, on the other hand, is responsible for the rest-and-digest response, characterized by a decrease in heart rate and increased glandular secretion.

  • Some organs receive dual innervation from both the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, such as the heart, glands, and blood vessels.

  • Sweat glands are mainly innervated by sympathetic nerves, but postganglionic fibers release acetylcholine for epinephrine secretion.

  • The salivary glands receive innervation from both sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves, but the volume and composition of the saliva differ depending on which autonomic branch is dominant.

  • Blood vessels receive mainly sympathetic innervation, with stimulation of sympathetic nerves causing vasoconstriction and postganglionic fibers releasing acetylcholine for vasodilation.

  • The adrenal gland is an exception to the rule, with both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems innervating it, and the adrenal medulla being a major organ of the sympathetic nervous system.

  • The adrenal gland can cause body-wide release of epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine in an extreme emergency.

  • The spinal cord contains acetylcholine (ACh) and norepinephrine (NE) fibers, with sympathetic preganglionic fibers releasing epinephrine from the adrenal medulla.

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Test your knowledge of the anatomical arrangement and functioning of the autonomic nervous system (ANS), including brain nuclei and pathways. This quiz will help you understand the central autonomic network and neural responses.

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