Autonomic Nervous System Flashcards
1
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Autonomic nervous system
A
It’s part of the periphal nervous system
Consists of sympathetic and parasympathetic systems.
Regulated by hypothalamus
2
Q
Sympathetic
A
Fight or flight
Prepared body for physical activity
Focuses energy for essential functions
Response to stress
3
Q
Parasympathetic
A
Rest and digest
Restores normal body functions
4
Q
What happens in sympathetic
A
Eyes dilate
Heartbeat accelerates
Bladder relaxes
5
Q
What happens in parasympathetic
A
Contricts pupils
Slows heartbeat
Contracts bladder
