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What occurs when body temperature rises?
What occurs when body temperature rises?
What is one of the effects of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone mechanism?
What is one of the effects of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone mechanism?
What primarily increases to provide energy during fight or flight?
What primarily increases to provide energy during fight or flight?
Which drug acts as a nicotinic cholinergic receptor antagonist?
Which drug acts as a nicotinic cholinergic receptor antagonist?
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How do the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions primarily function?
How do the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions primarily function?
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What effect does scopolamine have on the body?
What effect does scopolamine have on the body?
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What type of autonomic receptor do epinephrine and norepinephrine primarily bind to?
What type of autonomic receptor do epinephrine and norepinephrine primarily bind to?
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What is a common role of pre-workouts and fat burners?
What is a common role of pre-workouts and fat burners?
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What type of muscles does the autonomic nervous system innervate?
What type of muscles does the autonomic nervous system innervate?
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Which neurotransmitter is released by postganglionic fibers in the sympathetic division?
Which neurotransmitter is released by postganglionic fibers in the sympathetic division?
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Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the fight or flight response?
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the fight or flight response?
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Which of the following statements about the autonomic nervous system is correct?
Which of the following statements about the autonomic nervous system is correct?
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How does the parasympathetic division typically affect heart rate?
How does the parasympathetic division typically affect heart rate?
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What type of receptors are activated by acetylcholine in the autonomic nervous system?
What type of receptors are activated by acetylcholine in the autonomic nervous system?
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Which statement about the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions is true?
Which statement about the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions is true?
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Which process is typically promoted by the parasympathetic division?
Which process is typically promoted by the parasympathetic division?
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What is the primary effect of activating alpha adrenergic receptors?
What is the primary effect of activating alpha adrenergic receptors?
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Which of the following accurately describes the preganglionic fibers of the sympathetic division?
Which of the following accurately describes the preganglionic fibers of the sympathetic division?
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Study Notes
Autonomic Nervous System Overview
- The autonomic nervous system (ANS) automatically regulates internal bodily functions
- It maintains homeostasis by adjusting physiological responses
- It typically works with opposing effects from the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions
Autonomic vs. Somatic Nervous Systems
- Autonomic: controls involuntary actions (e.g., heart rate)
- Somatic: controls voluntary movements (e.g., muscle contractions)
Two-Neuron Chain in Autonomic System
- Preganglionic neuron: cell body within the CNS, axon extends to ganglion
- Postganglionic neuron: cell body within ganglion, axon extends to effector organ
Neurotransmitters
- Cholinergic fibers release acetylcholine (ACh)
- Adrenergic fibers release norepinephrine (NE) or epinephrine
Cholinergic Receptors
- Nicotinic receptors: always excitatory, found at the synapses between pre- and postganglionic neurons, and at neuromuscular junctions; stimulate skeletal muscle excitation
- Muscarinic receptors: excitatory or inhibitory, found in many effector organs; effects vary depending on the receptor type
Andrenergic Receptors
- Alpha (α): generally excitatory, affecting blood vessels by constricting, blood pressure, and digestive functions
- Beta (β): generally excitatory, increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and bronchodilation
Sympathetic Division
- "Fight or Flight" response
- Located in the thoracic and lumbar spinal cord
- Short preganglionic neurons, long postganglionic neurons
- Ganglia located near spinal cord
- Increases heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration, dilates pupils, inhibits digestion
Parasympathetic Division
- "Rest and Digest" response
- Located in the brain and sacral spinal cord
- Long preganglionic neurons, short postganglionic neurons
- Ganglia located near or within effector organs
- Decreases heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration while increasing digestion
Autonomic Function Regulation
- Drugs can regulate or alter autonomic functions
- Anesthetics can be used for surgery to prevent movement
- Nicotinic and muscarinic receptor antagonists are used for certain medical purposes, such as preventing nausea or vomiting
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This quiz provides a comprehensive overview of the autonomic nervous system (ANS), including its functions, divisions, and neurotransmitters. Explore the differences between the autonomic and somatic nervous systems, and discover the roles of preganglionic and postganglionic neurons as well as cholinergic receptors. Test your understanding of these key concepts!
