Neuroscience Chapter on Preganglionic Neurons
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What physiological effect is primarily caused by beta-1 adrenergic receptor activation?

  • Decreased peripheral resistance
  • Increased myocardial contractility (correct)
  • Inhibition of insulin release
  • Increased bronchodilation
  • What is a potential consequence of using nasal decongestants like Oxymetazoline for longer than 5 days?

  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Rebound congestion (correct)
  • Decreased total peripheral resistance
  • Improved nasal airflow
  • Which of the following is NOT a possible effect of alpha-2 adrenergic receptor activation?

  • Tachycardia (correct)
  • Inhibition of acetylcholine release
  • Inhibition of insulin release
  • Increased lipolysis
  • What happens to blood pressure when alpha-1 adrenergic receptors are activated in the nasal mucosa?

    <p>Blood pressure increases due to vasoconstriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is primarily mediated by beta-2 adrenergic receptors?

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

    What neurotransmitter is released by both sympathetic and parasympathetic preganglionic neurons?

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

    What triggers the release of acetylcholine from parasympathetic postganglionic neurons?

    <p>Action potential causing depolarization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does acetylcholine bind to in order to exert its effects?

    <p>Cholinergic receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of receptors does norepinephrine bind to?

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

    What role does calcium play during the release of acetylcholine?

    <p>It promotes the fusion of vesicles with the cell membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does Vesamicol have on neurotransmitter storage?

    <p>It specifically blocks acetylcholine storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of neuron releases norepinephrine?

    <p>Sympathetic postganglionic neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is involved in the release of neurotransmitters from vesicles?

    <p>Fusion with the cell membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary roles of nitric oxide in the context of the parasympathetic system?

    <p>Causes vasodilation of blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of receptor is involved in the stimulation that leads to endothelial nitric oxide release?

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

    What happens to muscle contraction when calcium is released in response to cholinoreceptor stimulation?

    <p>It stimulates muscle contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one possible adverse effect of cholinergic agonists related to muscarinic receptors?

    <p>Increased secretions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the parasympathetic effect on blood vessels?

    <p>It affects blood vessels only through calcium release.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main negative effect of cholinergic antagonists compared to cholinergic agonists?

    <p>Inhibition of vasodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which anatomical locations are nicotinic receptors primarily found?

    <p>Autonomic ganglia and adrenal medulla</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does cyclic GMP play in the parasympathetic system's effect on blood vessels?

    <p>It aids in vasodilation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of low concentrations of dopamine on vascular D1 receptors?

    <p>Increased potassium conductance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At very high doses, dopamine activates which type of receptors that leads to vasoconstriction?

    <p>Vascular alpha-1 receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which receptor type is primarily responsible for increasing renal perfusion at low dopamine doses?

    <p>D1 receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does dopamine have at higher doses regarding the myocardium?

    <p>Increases inotropic effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition can be managed by administering low doses of dopamine (5-10) to increase renal perfusion?

    <p>Low urine output in dengue patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following neurotransmitter classifications describes neurons that do not fit into sympathetic or cholinergic categories?

    <p>Non-adrenergic, non-cholinergic neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stimulation of adenylyl cyclase through D1 receptors results in what physiological change?

    <p>Increase in cAMP levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the potassium conductance when D2 receptors are stimulated?

    <p>It decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of autoreceptors?

    <p>To regulate their own neurotransmission release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does α-methyltyrosine (metyrosine) have on neurotransmitter synthesis?

    <p>Inhibits the synthesis of catecholamines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is known to block sodium channels and conduction in nerve axons?

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

    What action does botulinum toxin perform at cholinergic vesicles?

    <p>Prevents the release of acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when drug examples such as cocaine or tricyclic antidepressants are introduced at adrenergic nerve terminals?

    <p>They inhibit neurotransmitter uptake, increasing its effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which receptor does propranolol bind to, and what effect does it have?

    <p>It binds β receptors and prevents activation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of ω-Conotoxin GVIA at nerve terminal calcium channels?

    <p>Reduces calcium influx and neurotransmitter release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is known to cause an explosive release of neurotransmitters from cholinergic and adrenergic vesicles?

    <p>Alpha-latrotoxine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do local anesthetics like tetrodotoxin have on nerve axons?

    <p>Block sodium channels and conduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following substances inhibits the storage of neurotransmitters at adrenergic terminals?

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

    Study Notes

    Autonomic Nervous System Overview

    • Preganglionic neurons in both sympathetic and parasympathetic systems release acetylcholine (ACh).
    • Vesamicol inhibits vesicle-associated transport (VAT), affecting the storage of acetylcholine, ATP, and peptides.
    • Action potentials in parasympathetic postganglionic neurons induce calcium influx, triggering ACh release.

    Parasympathetic System

    • Postganglionic neurons release ACh, stimulating cholinergic receptors (cholinoceptors).
    • Calcium release upon stimulation aids in muscle contraction and acts on endothelial nitric oxide (NO).
    • NO facilitates vasodilation, influencing blood vessel smooth muscle.

    Sympathetic System

    • Sympathetic postganglionic neurons primarily release norepinephrine, which binds to adrenergic receptors (adrenoceptors).
    • Activation causes muscle contraction and influences various physiological responses such as bronchodilation and myocardial contractility.

    Neurotransmitter Effects

    • Muscarinic receptor activation causes effects summarized in the mnemonic DUMBELS (Defecation, Urination, Miosis, Bradycardia, Emesis, Lacrimation, Salivation).
    • Cholinergic antagonists exhibit opposite effects of DUMBELS.

    Receptor Subtypes and Actions

    • α1 Adrenoceptors: Vasoconstriction, increased peripheral resistance.
    • β1 Adrenoceptors: Enhances heart rate and myocardial contractility.
    • β2 Adrenoceptors: Induces bronchodilation and glycogenolysis in liver and muscle.

    Dopamine Receptors

    • D1 (DA1): Located in renal and mesenteric vasculature; increases renal perfusion.
    • D2 (DA2): Inhibition of adenylyl cyclase; involved in nervous system signaling.
    • D4: Impacts cardiovascular functions.

    Non-Adrenergic, Non-Cholinergic Neurons

    • Substances not classified under typical adrenergic or cholinergic systems may function differently, influencing neuromodulation.
    • Neuropeptide Y enhances vasoconstriction effects of norepinephrine.

    Autoreceptors and Heteroreceptors

    • Autoreceptors regulate neurotransmitter release and are often location-specific (e.g., in cholinergic and adrenergic terminals).

    Key Drug Examples and Mechanisms

    • Local anesthetics (e.g., tetrodotoxin): Block sodium channels, affecting conduction.
    • Vesamicol: Prevents storage of ACh in vesicles.
    • Cocaine and antidepressants: Inhibit neurotransmitter uptake, increasing effects on target receptors.
    • Nickel and Tubocurarine: Block nicotinic receptor activation at neuromuscular junctions.

    Pharmacological Cautions

    • Topical use of alpha-1 adrenoceptor agonists, e.g., Oxymetazoline, can cause rebound congestion.
    • Avoid prolonged usage beyond 5 days to prevent rhinitis medicamentosa (rebound congestion).

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    Test your understanding of the role of preganglionic neurons in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. This quiz covers the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and its functions in neural communication. Engage with key concepts surrounding vesamicol and its effects on neurotransmitter storage.

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