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Which neurotransmitter is used by postganglionic sympathetic neurons?
Which neurotransmitter is used by postganglionic sympathetic neurons?
- Dopamine
- Acetylcholine
- Serotonin
- Norepinephrine (correct)
Which neurotransmitter is used by preganglionic neurons in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?
Which neurotransmitter is used by preganglionic neurons in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?
- Norepinephrine
- Serotonin
- Dopamine
- Acetylcholine (correct)
Which receptors are found on the target tissues of postganglionic sympathetic neurons?
Which receptors are found on the target tissues of postganglionic sympathetic neurons?
- Dopaminergic receptors
- Muscarinic cholinergic receptors
- Serotonergic receptors
- Adrenergic receptors (correct)
Which receptors are found on the target tissues of postganglionic parasympathetic neurons?
Which receptors are found on the target tissues of postganglionic parasympathetic neurons?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily used by most visceral afferents?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily used by most visceral afferents?
Which region of the brain receives afferents related to cranial nerves VII, IX, and X?
Which region of the brain receives afferents related to cranial nerves VII, IX, and X?
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for energy conservation and anabolic processing?
Which branch of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for energy conservation and anabolic processing?
What is the function of the craniosacral division of the Parasympathetic Nervous System?
What is the function of the craniosacral division of the Parasympathetic Nervous System?
Where are the preganglionic neurons of the Parasympathetic Nervous System located?
Where are the preganglionic neurons of the Parasympathetic Nervous System located?
Which cranial nerves are involved in the innervation of the head and neck region by the Parasympathetic Nervous System?
Which cranial nerves are involved in the innervation of the head and neck region by the Parasympathetic Nervous System?
What is the function of the dorsal motor nucleus in the Parasympathetic Nervous System?
What is the function of the dorsal motor nucleus in the Parasympathetic Nervous System?
Where are the cell bodies of the vagus nerve located?
Where are the cell bodies of the vagus nerve located?
Which part of the body coordinates autonomic reflexes related to the mouth, stomach, intestines, and pancreas after a meal?
Which part of the body coordinates autonomic reflexes related to the mouth, stomach, intestines, and pancreas after a meal?
What type of adjustment does the autonomic system make in response to environmental events?
What type of adjustment does the autonomic system make in response to environmental events?
What is the typical local response to visceral pain that only involves the afferent neuron?
What is the typical local response to visceral pain that only involves the afferent neuron?
Which plexus is known as the 'Little brain of the gut'?
Which plexus is known as the 'Little brain of the gut'?
What is the role of vagal baroreceptors in the baroreceptor reflex?
What is the role of vagal baroreceptors in the baroreceptor reflex?
What is the result of an increase in vagal parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) activity in the baroreceptor reflex?
What is the result of an increase in vagal parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) activity in the baroreceptor reflex?
What may the system respond with to a low-intensity stimulus that may not reach the central nervous system (CNS)?
What may the system respond with to a low-intensity stimulus that may not reach the central nervous system (CNS)?
How many major organized plexuses are there in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
How many major organized plexuses are there in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
