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What is the primary function of efferent pathways in the nervous system?
What is the primary function of efferent pathways in the nervous system?
- They convey messages to and from the body.
- They transmit sensory information to the brain.
- They produce muscle action. (correct)
- They regulate automatic bodily functions.
What role does the autonomic nervous system play in the body?
What role does the autonomic nervous system play in the body?
- It coordinates muscle actions for balance.
- It is responsible for sensory processing.
- It controls voluntary movements.
- It regulates involuntary, automatic body functions. (correct)
Which functional division of the peripheral nervous system involves both sensory and motor functions?
Which functional division of the peripheral nervous system involves both sensory and motor functions?
- Somatic nervous system (correct)
- Autonomic nervous system
- Parasympathetic nervous system
- Sympathetic nervous system
Which of the following is NOT considered a disorder of the nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT considered a disorder of the nervous system?
What is the main effect of the sympathetic nervous system during a 'fight or flight' response?
What is the main effect of the sympathetic nervous system during a 'fight or flight' response?
Which gland is primarily responsible for regulating the endocrine system's activities?
Which gland is primarily responsible for regulating the endocrine system's activities?
Adrenal glands respond to emergencies primarily by releasing which type of substances?
Adrenal glands respond to emergencies primarily by releasing which type of substances?
The parasympathetic nervous system is mainly responsible for which of the following?
The parasympathetic nervous system is mainly responsible for which of the following?
What is the primary function of dendrites in a neuron?
What is the primary function of dendrites in a neuron?
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for contralateral control?
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for contralateral control?
What is the role of the hypothalamus in the nervous system?
What is the role of the hypothalamus in the nervous system?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with promoting sympathetic nervous system activity during stress?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with promoting sympathetic nervous system activity during stress?
The spinal cord is primarily responsible for which function?
The spinal cord is primarily responsible for which function?
Which structure in the brain is responsible for the coordination of voluntary muscle movement?
Which structure in the brain is responsible for the coordination of voluntary muscle movement?
What does the limbic system primarily help to manage?
What does the limbic system primarily help to manage?
Which part of the forebrain is responsible for the recognition and relay of sensory stimuli?
Which part of the forebrain is responsible for the recognition and relay of sensory stimuli?
The axon of a neuron is primarily responsible for:
The axon of a neuron is primarily responsible for:
What type of nervous system is the somatic nervous system part of?
What type of nervous system is the somatic nervous system part of?
What is the primary function of arteries in the cardiovascular system?
What is the primary function of arteries in the cardiovascular system?
Which chamber of the heart is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood to the body?
Which chamber of the heart is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood to the body?
What happens to blood pressure during the diastolic phase of the cardiac cycle?
What happens to blood pressure during the diastolic phase of the cardiac cycle?
Which of the following factors directly contributes to an increase in blood pressure?
Which of the following factors directly contributes to an increase in blood pressure?
How does the elasticity of the arteries affect blood pressure?
How does the elasticity of the arteries affect blood pressure?
What is the impact of blood viscosity on blood pressure?
What is the impact of blood viscosity on blood pressure?
What is the primary reason diastolic blood pressure decreases when arteries dilate?
What is the primary reason diastolic blood pressure decreases when arteries dilate?
During which condition is blood pressure typically at its lowest?
During which condition is blood pressure typically at its lowest?
What is the primary role of saliva in the digestive process?
What is the primary role of saliva in the digestive process?
Which part of the digestive system is primarily responsible for the absorption of water?
Which part of the digestive system is primarily responsible for the absorption of water?
What condition is characterized by the death of liver cells replaced by scar tissue?
What condition is characterized by the death of liver cells replaced by scar tissue?
What is the main purpose of the alveoli in the respiratory system?
What is the main purpose of the alveoli in the respiratory system?
Which action propels food through the esophagus?
Which action propels food through the esophagus?
What typically causes peptic ulcers?
What typically causes peptic ulcers?
Which of the following describes hyperventilation?
Which of the following describes hyperventilation?
What is a common result of anoxia?
What is a common result of anoxia?
What is a potential long-term consequence of sickle-cell anemia?
What is a potential long-term consequence of sickle-cell anemia?
Which condition is characterized by the excessive production of white blood cells?
Which condition is characterized by the excessive production of white blood cells?
What is hemophilia related to?
What is hemophilia related to?
What is the primary composition of plasma?
What is the primary composition of plasma?
What does leukopenia indicate?
What does leukopenia indicate?
Which of the following occurs when platelets improperly function?
Which of the following occurs when platelets improperly function?
What role do leukocytes serve in the body?
What role do leukocytes serve in the body?
What can trigger an immune response in the body?
What can trigger an immune response in the body?
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Study Notes
The Nervous System
- Composed of the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS).
- CNS includes the brain and spinal cord; PNS consists of somatic and autonomic systems.
- Dendrites receive messages; axons transmit messages; synapses are fluid-filled gaps between neurons.
Brain Structure
- Cerebral hemispheres receive sensory info and control motor responses contralaterally.
- Major regions:
- Hindbrain: Medulla (sensory info from heart), Pons (linking hindbrain and midbrain), and Cerebellum (voluntary muscle coordination).
- Midbrain: Pathway for sensory and motor impulses.
- Forebrain:
- Diencephalon: Thalamus (sensory recognition), Hypothalamus (regulates heart and blood pressure).
- Telencephalon: Two cerebral hemispheres (cerebral cortex).
Limbic System
- Components: Amygdala (threat detection), Hippocampus (emotional memories), Cingulate gyrus, Septum, and certain hypothalamic areas (emotional functioning).
Neurotransmitters
- Chemicals that regulate nervous system functions; important ones include epinephrine and norepinephrine, which activate sympathetic nervous system during stress.
Spinal Cord
- Transmits messages between the brain and body;
- Efferent: Going away from the brain to produce actions.
- Afferent: Relaying sensory information to the brain.
Peripheral Nervous System
- Somatic Nervous System: Involved in voluntary control of body movements.
- Autonomic Nervous System: Regulates involuntary functions; includes sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) systems.
Disorders of the Nervous System
- Common disorders include epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, Huntington’s disease, paraplegia, and quadriplegia.
Endocrine System
- Complements the nervous system via hormone regulation (e.g., adrenaline and cortisol).
- Regulated by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland.
Digestive System
- Enzymatic breakdown of food starts in the mouth; stomach facilitates initial protein digestion.
- Small intestine is the primary site for chemical breakdown and nutrient absorption; large intestine absorbs water and stores waste.
- Disorders include peptic ulcers, hepatitis, and cirrhosis.
Respiratory System
- Responsible for gas exchange; oxygen enters, carbon dioxide is expelled in alveoli.
- Air travels from nose/mouth to lungs via trachea and bronchial tubes.
- Disorders include asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, and emphysema.
Cardiovascular System
- Comprises the heart, blood vessels, and blood.
- Arteries carry oxygenated blood; veins return deoxygenated blood to the heart.
- Blood pressure influenced by cardiac output, blood volume, peripheral resistance, elasticity, and viscosity.
Blood Components and Disorders
- Leukocytes: White blood cells protect against infections; conditions include leukemia (excessive white cells), leukopenia (deficiency), and leukocytosis (excessive due to infections).
- Platelets: Prevent blood loss during injury; disorders include hemophilia (impaired clotting) and thrombosis.
- Plasma: Comprises 55% of blood; majority is water, also contains proteins, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.
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