12. Autonomic Nervous System

Question 1

Comprises motor neurons that carry action potentials from the CNS to the periphery

Answer 1

Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)

Question 2

First neuron is called ?

Answer 2

Preganglionic neuron

Question 3

Second neuron is called?

Answer 3

Postganglianic neuron

Question 4

They form a chain along both sides of the spinal cord

Answer 4

Sympathetic chain ganglia

Question 5

Prepares a person for physical activity

Actions include increasing the heart rate and blood pressure

Answer 5

Sympathetic division or fight or flight

Question 6

Is generally consistent with resting conditions

Stimulates involuntary activities such as digestion, defecation, and urination

Lowers heart rate, blood pressure

Answer 6

Parasympathetic division or rest-and-digest