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Which response is triggered by the sympathetic nervous system in the body?
Which response is triggered by the sympathetic nervous system in the body?
- Relaxation and conservation of energy
- Constricting pupils and stimulating bowel movements
- Slowing of heart rate and promoting digestion
- Increased heart rate and sweating (correct)
What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system during restful periods?
What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system during restful periods?
- Redirect blood flow to muscles
- Increase heart rate and dilate pupils
- Promote relaxation and recovery (correct)
- Prepare the body for action
Which situation would activate the sympathetic nervous system according to the text?
Which situation would activate the sympathetic nervous system according to the text?
- Encountering a wild animal (correct)
- After a meal
- During digestion process
- While promoting relaxation
What is the main role of the parasympathetic nervous system in the body?
What is the main role of the parasympathetic nervous system in the body?
Which part of the brain is not mentioned as a structure involved in the sympathetic or parasympathetic nervous systems?
Which part of the brain is not mentioned as a structure involved in the sympathetic or parasympathetic nervous systems?
What is the main purpose of the symphathetic nervous system in preparing the body for action?
What is the main purpose of the symphathetic nervous system in preparing the body for action?
Match the following with their respective functions:
Match the following with their respective functions:
Match the brain structure with its associated function:
Match the brain structure with its associated function:
Match the physiological responses with the correct nervous system activation:
Match the physiological responses with the correct nervous system activation:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match each brain structure with its location in the brain:
Match each brain structure with its location in the brain:
Match the nervous system response with its effect on heart rate:
Match the nervous system response with its effect on heart rate:
