Autonomic Nervous System Pathways Quiz

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Which part of the brain is responsible for enabling communication between hemispheres?

Cerebrum (correct)

Brainstem

Cerebellum

Medulla oblongata

What is the function of the brainstem?

Initiation of conscious movement

Concentration

Coordination and fine tuning of movement

Relay center/filters sensory input (correct)

Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?

Olfactory (I) (correct)

Trochlear (IV)

Oculomotor (III)

Optic (II)

Which type of reflex does not require cerebral input and does not imply consciousness?

Palpebral reflex Signup and view all the answers

Which type of reflex regulates the activity of smooth muscles, the heart, and glands?

Autonomic reflexes Signup and view all the answers

Based on the direction of the nerve impulse, which type of nerves carry sensory information?

Sensory (afferent) nerves Signup and view all the answers

Which division of the nervous system regulates bodily functions such as respiratory rate, heart rate, urination, digestion, and sexual arousal?

Autonomic Nervous System Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nerves conduct nerve impulses toward the cell body?

Sensory nerves Signup and view all the answers

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

Sympathetic Nervous System Signup and view all the answers

Which cranial nerves are involved in the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?

III, VII, IX Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nerves stimulate skeletal muscle movement?

Motor nerves Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nerves have both sensory and motor functions?

Mixed nerves Signup and view all the answers

Which side of the brain controls the left half of the body?

Left side Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of the nervous system?

To control and coordinate body functions Signup and view all the answers

Which side of the brain controls the right half of the body?

Right side Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the nervous system is not functioning properly?

We cannot move or survive Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important function of the nervous system?

To produce behavioral responses Signup and view all the answers

What are crossed pathways in the nervous system?

Pathways that control the opposite side of the body Signup and view all the answers

Which division of the peripheral nervous system conducts impulses toward the spinal cord and brain?

Afferent division Signup and view all the answers

Which division of the peripheral nervous system conveys impulses away from the brain and spinal cord?

Efferent division Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the somatic system in the nervous system?

Detection of stimuli in the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the visceral system in the nervous system?

Regulation of blood pressure and heart rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the brain and spinal cord in the nervous system?

Interpret incoming sensory information and issue instructions Signup and view all the answers

What is the autonomic nervous system responsible for?

Regulating blood pressure and heart rate Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain is indicated by the arrow?

Corpus callosum Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the NS?

To transmit sensory information Signup and view all the answers

What are the subdivisions of the CNS and PNS?

Somatic and Autonomic Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of the Cerebellum?

To coordinate muscle activity and balance Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a reflex and a response?

A reflex is involuntary, while a response is voluntary Signup and view all the answers

What are the basic elements of the Reflex Arc?

Receptor, Sensory Neuron, Motor Neuron, Effector Signup and view all the answers