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Which neurotransmitter is released by cholinergic neurons?

  • Acetylcholine (correct)
  • Dopamine
  • Serotonin
  • Norepinephrine

    • The sympathetic nervous system promotes rest and digest activities.

    False

    Name the part of the brain that regulates the endocrine system.

    hypothalamus

    The two types of cholinergic receptors are ____________________ and ____________________.

    <p>nicotinic receptors, muscarinic receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adrenergic receptors are responsible for the body's response to norepinephrine?

    <p>a1, a2, b1, b2, b3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the cranial nerves with what they innervate:

    <p>Vagus Nerve = Heart, lungs and digestive tract Glossopharyngeal Nerve = Tongue and pharynx Oculomotor Nerve = Eye Vestibulocochlear Nerve = Inner ear providing hearing, balance and equilibrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following receptors are responsible for sensing pain from internal organs?

    <p>Nociceptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Norepinephrine is the neurotransmitter released faster than acetylcholine.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Interoceptors are responsible for sensing external stimuli.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the brain controls the muscular system?

    <p>motor cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of proprioceptors in the body?

    <p>They provide the recognizing position of body parts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The gyri in the brain that receive sensory information is called the ______.

    <p>postcentral gyri</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of receptor detects changes in chemical concentrations like oxygen and carbon dioxide?

    <p>Chemoreceptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of receptor with its function:

    <p>Photoreceptors = Detect light Baroreceptors = Monitor blood pressure Thermoreceptors = Sense temperature Mechanoreceptors = Detect touch and pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The precentral gyri in the brain are responsible for receiving sensory information.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do sensory receptors determine important information from background stimuli?

    <p>Through adaptation and habituation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information do ascending pathways transmit?

    <p>Sensory information to the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Descending pathways transmit sensory information from the brain to the body.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used for pain perceived at a location other than the actual site of the painful stimulus?

    <p>referred pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ is a representation of body parts and their corresponding sensory and motor functions.

    <p>homunculus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve is associated with the special sense of smell?

    <p>Olfactory nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Damage to the motor cortex can lead to sensory loss.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cortex damage results in loss of sensation?

    <p>sensory cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the cranial nerve to its associated special sense:

    <p>Olfactory nerve = Smell Optic nerve = Vision Vestibulocochlear nerve = Hearing and balance Glossopharyngeal nerve = Taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a neuromuscular junction?

    <p>The point of contact between a motor neuron and a muscle fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A preganglionic neuron has its cell body in the ganglion.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What neurotransmitter is released at the preganglionic neurons of both the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions?

    <p>acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Norepinephrine is released at the postganglionic ______ division.

    <p>sympathetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Preganglionic neuron = Cell body in brain or spinal cord (CNS) Postganglionic neuron = Runs from ganglion to the effector Sympathetic division = Release of norepinephrine Parasympathetic division = Release of acetylcholine at preganglionic neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does diabetes have on the peripheral nervous system?

    <p>Leads to numbness and pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Beta blockers are used to increase blood pressure.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the thoracolumbar part of the ANS?

    <p>sympathetic nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve is responsible for special sense vision?

    <p>Optic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The vestibulocochlear nerve is associated with hearing and balance.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the membranes that cover the special senses?

    <p>To detect sounds, lights, taste, and scents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lacrimal glands produce tears, which flow across the eye and drain through the __________ duct.

    <p>nasolacrimal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the main structures involved in the hearing process?

    <p>Semicircular canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the sensory organs to their corresponding functions:

    <p>Cochlea = Sound transmission and signal conversion Retinal epithelium = Vision Vestibular system = Balance maintenance Taste buds = Taste perception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the five basic taste sensations?

    <p>Sweet, sour, salty, bitter, umami.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aging has no effect on taste bud sensitivity.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Chapter 15, 16, 17 Test - Study Notes

    • Autonomic Nervous System Receptors:
      • Cholinergic receptors (bind ACh): nicotinic and muscarinic
      • Adrenergic receptors: a1, a2, b1, b2, b3
    • Neurotransmitters:
      • Cholinergic neurons release acetylcholine.
      • Adrenergic neurons release norepinephrine.
      • Acetylcholine is released faster than norepinephrine.
      • Norepinephrine is more widespread.
    • Brain Regions and Functions:
      • Hypothalamus: regulates endocrine system
      • Motor Cortex: regulates muscular system
      • Medulla: regulates cardiac system
      • Brainstem: regulates respiratory system
      • Parasympathetic system: regulates digestive system
      • Spinal Cord: part of the central nervous system
    • Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic Systems:
      • Sympathetic system: prepares the body for "fight or flight"
      • Parasympathetic system: promotes "rest and digest" activities
    • Cranial Nerves:
      • Glossopharyngeal nerve: innervates tongue and pharynx
      • Oculomotor nerve: innervates the eye
      • Vestibulocochlear nerve: innervates the inner ear (hearing and balance)
    • Neurotransmitters in Autonomic Nervous System:
      • Acetylcholine and norepinephrine are released by autonomic nerves.
    • Neuromuscular Junction:
      • Point of contact between motor neuron and muscle fiber
      • Allows nervous system to control muscle contraction.
    • Neurons:
      • Preganglionic neuron: cell body in the brain or spinal cord
      • Postganglionic neuron: runs from ganglion to the effector
    • Neurotransmitter Acetylcholine:
      • Released at preganglionic neurons in the autonomic system.
    • Sensory Receptors:
      • Transmit sensory information from receptors to the central nervous system.
    • Sensory Pathway:
      • Sensory information travels via ascending pathways.
      • Motor responses travel via descending pathways.
    • Internal Receptors:
      • Interoreceptors: detect internal stimuli (e.g., changes in body temp).
      • Chemoreceptors: detect chemical concentration changes.
      • Osmoreceptors: detect osmotic pressure of fluids.
      • Baroceptors: detect blood pressure changes.
      • Proprioceptors: detect body position and movement.
    • External Receptors:
      • Photoreceptors: detect light.
      • Mechanoreceptors: detect touch, pressure, and vibration.
      • Nociceptors: detect pain.
      • Thermoreceptors: detect temperature changes.
    • Brain Areas and Functions:
      • Precentral gyrus: Receives and processes motor information.
      • Postcentral gyrus: Receives and processes somatosensory information.
      • Sensory Cortex: Processes sensory stimuli.
      • Motor Cortex: Plans and executes voluntary movements.
    • Pain Perception:
      • Referred pain: Pain perceived in a location other than the source of the stimulus.
      • Visceral pain: Pain originating from internal organs which is misinterpreted by the brain.
    • Cranial Nerves and Special Senses:
      • Olfactory nerve: special sense of smell; epithelium found on the inferior surface of the cribriform plate.
      • Optic nerve: special sense of vision; retinal epithelium located within the eye
      • Vestibulocochlear nerve: special sense of hearing; epithelium within the inner ear.
      • Glossopharyngeal nerve: special sense of taste; epithelium on the tongue.
    • Special Sense Membranes & Functions:
      • Membranes covering special senses in the body, and functions in detecting different stimuli.
    • Lacrimal Production Pathway:
      • Lacrimal glands produce tears; flow through the eye and drain to the nasolacrimal duct.
    • Eye Structure:
      • Describes the layers and structures of the eye.
    • Hearing Structures:
      • Descriptions of auditory structures and their functions.
    • Balance System Structures:
      • Structures in the balance system and their functions.
    • Taste Perception Changes with Age:
      • Age-related decline in taste perception due to changes in taste buds and their sensitivity.

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