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What is the primary function of the nervous system?
What is the primary function of the nervous system?
- To transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body (correct)
- To control the circulatory system
- To maintain bone density
- To regulate body temperature
Which of the following is NOT a division of the autonomic nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT a division of the autonomic nervous system?
- Parasympathetic nervous system
- Motor system
- Somatic nervous system (correct)
- Sympathetic nervous system
What occurs when the parasympathetic nervous system is stimulated during a massage?
What occurs when the parasympathetic nervous system is stimulated during a massage?
- Heart rate increases
- Pupils widen
- Sweating increases
- Feeling of relaxation (correct)
What is the correct sequence of events during the propagation of nerve action potential?
What is the correct sequence of events during the propagation of nerve action potential?
Which of the following situations is an example of sympathetic stimulation?
Which of the following situations is an example of sympathetic stimulation?
What is the effect of nicotine on dopamine?
What is the effect of nicotine on dopamine?
What is the effect of cocaine on dopamine?
What is the effect of cocaine on dopamine?
What is the effect of alcohol on GABA?
What is the effect of alcohol on GABA?
What is the common mechanism of action of various substances that elicit a 'high'?
What is the common mechanism of action of various substances that elicit a 'high'?
What are the two types of substances that can affect the nervous system?
What are the two types of substances that can affect the nervous system?