Autonomic Nervous System Flashcards
1
Q
What neurotransmitter is secreted between pre-ganglionic neurone and sympathetic ganglion neurone>
A
Acetylcholine
2
Q
Give 4 bodily effects of sympathetic nervous system activation
A
Dilate pupils
Increase HR
Open bronchi
Reduce blood to skin and organs
Increase blood to muscles
Increased adrenal medalla secretion
3
Q
Where in the spinal chord is the pre-ganglion neurone of the parasympathetic nervous system
A
Sacral region
4
Q
Where does the parasympathetic sacral pre-ganglionic travel to? (2 Locations)
A
Bladder AcTH
Pelvic plexus
5
Q
4 things the parasympathetic system does?
A
Reduce heart rate
Digestion
Urination/Poo
Salivation
Lacrimation
6
Q
What cranial nerves (4) are associated with parasympathetic nervous system?
A
3, 7,, 9, 10 (11)
