6 Questions
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the 'fight or flight' response?
Sympathetic nervous system
What is the main neurotransmitter released by the sympathetic nervous system?
Norepinephrine
Which receptors are targeted by acetylcholine, the main neurotransmitter of the parasympathetic nervous system?
Both muscarinic and nicotinic receptors
What is the main function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
Promoting rest, digestion, and relaxation
Which type of ganglia are found in the sympathetic nervous system?
Both paravertebral and collateral ganglia
What is the length of the preganglionic fibers in the parasympathetic nervous system compared to the sympathetic nervous system?
Longer in the parasympathetic system
Test your knowledge on Adrenergic (sympathomimetic) drugs in the context of the autonomic nervous system. Topics include divisions of the autonomic nervous system, brain regions, spinal cord segments, and the control of voluntary and involuntary muscles.
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