Question 1

Match the characteristic with the correct nervous system.
-neuron cell bodies are in the cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

A)  somatic motor nervous system
B)  autonomic nervous system
C)  both somatic and autonomic nervous systems
D)  neither somatic nor autonomic nervous systemE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

The ________________ division of the ANS functions mainly to prepare the body for energy-expending, stressful situations.

Accepted Answer

A)   craniosacral
B)   parasympathetic
C)   somatic
D)   sympathetic
E)   sensoryF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 3

Consider the two statements and use the following key to choose your answer.
-(1)  the frequency of sympathetic impulses to the heart when blood pressure increases
(2)  the frequency of sympathetic impulses to the heart when blood pressure decreases

Accepted Answer

A)  Choose this if the first item is greater than the second item.
B)  Choose this if the first item is less than the second item.
C)  Choose this if both items are equal or nearly equal.D) A) and B)
E) All of the above

Question 4

The figure illustrates the parasympathetic division. What does "C" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)   preganglionic neurons
B)   pelvic splanchnic nerves
C)   cranial nerves
D)   postganglionic neurons
E)   terminal gangliaF) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 5

Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.
-provides more extensive innervation of G.I. Tract b

Accepted Answer

A)  sympathetic
B)  parasympatheticC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 6

Atropine causes the pupil of the eye to dilate by blocking the effect of muscarinic receptors. This means atropine is a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)   ganglionic blocking agent.
B)   beta-adrenergic blocking agent.
C)   alpha-adrenergic blocking agent.
D)   parasympathetic blocking agent.
E)   parasympathomimetic agents.F) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 7

What type of reflex operates independently of the CNS?

Accepted Answer

A)   distal reflex
B)   voluntary reflex
C)   local reflex
D)   conscious reflexE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 8

The thoracolumbar division is another name for the _____ division of the ANS.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The thoracolumbar division is another name for...

Question 9

The figure illustrates the parasympathetic division. What does "E" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)   preganglionic neurons
B)   pelvic nerves
C)   cranial nerves
D)   postganglionic neurons
E)   terminal gangliaF) B) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 10

Axons exit the sympathetic chain ganglia by all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)   spinal nerves.
B)   cranial nerves.
C)   splanchnic nerves.
D)   sympathetic nerves.
E)   nerves that innervate the adrenal medulla.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 11

Sympathetic fibers leave the spinal cord in the

Accepted Answer

A)   cranial and sacral regions.
B)   lumbar and sacral regions.
C)   cranial and thoracic regions.
D)   thoracic and lumbar regions.
E)   cervical and sacral regionsF) B) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 12

The membranes of all postganglionic neurons in autonomic ganglia have

Accepted Answer

A)   somatotrophic receptors.
B)   muscarinic receptors.
C)   adrenergic receptors.
D)   nicotinic receptors.
E)   macrotinic receptors.F) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 13

Identify structure "A" on the top diagram.

Accepted Answer

A)   autonomic ganglion
B)   somatic motor neuron
C)   effector organ (smooth muscle of GI tract) 
D)   postganglionic neuron
E)   preganglionic neuronF) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 14

Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.
-has greater influence during physical activity

Accepted Answer

A)  sympathetic
B)  parasympatheticC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 15

The figure illustrates the parasympathetic division. What does "B" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)   preganglionic neurons
B)   pelvic splanchnic nerves
C)   cranial nerves
D)   postganglionic neurons
E)   terminal gangliaF) None of the above
G) All of the above

Question 16

Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.
-stimulation of this system often activates many effectors at the same time

Accepted Answer

A)  sympathetic
B)  parasympatheticC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 17

The enteric nervous system can monitor and control digestive functions independently of the CNS.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The parasympathetic nervous system is characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)   the absence of preganglionic fibers.
B)   the absence of postganglionic axons.
C)   short postganglionic axons near the organs they innervate.
D)   short preganglionic axons near the spinal cord.
E)   long postganglionic axons.F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 19

Where is the enteric nervous system located?

Accepted Answer

A)   brain
B)   heart
C)   digestive tract
D)   skinE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 20

Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.
-provides innervation to blood vessels in skeletal muscles

Accepted Answer

A)  sympathetic
B)  parasympatheticC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Exam 16: Autonomic Nervous System

Consider the two statements and use the following key to choose your answer. -(1) the frequency of sympathetic impulses to the heart when blood pressure increases (2) the frequency of sympathetic impulses to the heart when blood pressure decreases

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Identify structure "A" on the top diagram.

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Sympathetic fibers leave the spinal cord in the

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Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. -has greater influence during physical activity

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Match the characteristic with the correct nervous system. -neuron cell bodies are in the cerebral cortex

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Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. -provides innervation to blood vessels in skeletal muscles

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The parasympathetic nervous system is characterized by

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The figure illustrates the parasympathetic division. What does "B" represent?

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Where is the enteric nervous system located?

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Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. -stimulation of this system often activates many effectors at the same time

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The enteric nervous system can monitor and control digestive functions independently of the CNS.

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Axons exit the sympathetic chain ganglia by all of the following except

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The membranes of all postganglionic neurons in autonomic ganglia have

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The figure illustrates the parasympathetic division. What does "E" represent?

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Atropine causes the pupil of the eye to dilate by blocking the effect of muscarinic receptors. This means atropine is a(n)

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What type of reflex operates independently of the CNS?

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The ________________ division of the ANS functions mainly to prepare the body for energy-expending, stressful situations.

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Match the phrase to either the sympathetic or parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. -provides more extensive innervation of G.I. Tract b

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The figure illustrates the parasympathetic division. What does "C" represent?

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The thoracolumbar division is another name for the _____ division of the ANS.

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