Autonmonic Nervous System Flashcards

1
Q

Stress response involves?

A

Haemodynamic changes redirecting blood flow to the “fight or flight”, organs (heart, muscle, and lungs) with sustained perfusion to brain

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2
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Atropine is a

A

Anti-muscarinic

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3
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Atropine affect on CNS, CVS, resp and GIT?

A

CNS: mild stimulant
CVS: tachycardia (vagal blockade)
Resp: reduced sections and bronchodilator
GIT: decreases salivation

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4
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What is the stress response?

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Neuro-general mechanism aimed at optimizing circulation and metabolism for short-term survival

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